Accounts Payable Specialist

Plunkett's Pest Control; Fridley (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Career growth and development

Job summary

Plunkett's Pest Control, a family-owned company with over 100 years in Fridley, MN, is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist I to join the Finance team. This full-time, hourly role handles invoices, payments, and vendor records, with learning opportunities during month-end close.

You'll work in a detail-focused, organized environment, growing your accounting skills while supporting cross-functional teams and maintaining strong internal controls.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0-1 years of accounts payable, accounting, or general office experience (relevant coursework or internships count).
• Strong attention to detail and data entry accuracy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Good organization, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn accounting software and ERP systems.
• Preferred: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field, ERP experience.

Responsibilities

• Process and enter invoices accurately, with proper coding and approvals.
• Prepare weekly and monthly payment runs including checks and ACH payments.
• Research and resolve invoice issues; escalate complex items.
• Respond to vendor questions about payments and invoices promptly.
• Maintain up-to-date vendor files, collect W-9s and documents.
• Support bank reconciliations and spot discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end close, basic journal entries, and audit requests.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow internal controls.
• Collaborate with teams to answer invoice, purchasing, and payment questions.
• Suggest improvements to AP processes and test system upgrades.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry accuracy

Organization

Time management

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Willingness to learn ERP systems

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

ERP software

Job description

Description

Plunkett's Pest Control, a family-owned company with over 100 years of history, is adding an Accounts Payable Specialist I to our Finance team in Fridley, MN. In this full-time, hourly role, you'll help keep our finances running smoothly by processing invoices, preparing payments, and keeping vendor records accurate. You'll learn from experienced members of our accounting team and play a key part in month-end close. This role is a great fit for a detail-oriented, organized person who likes working with numbers and wants to grow their career in accounting.

What You'll Do

• Process and enter invoices, making sure they're accurate, coded correctly, and approved
• Help prepare weekly and monthly payment runs, including checks and ACH payments
• Research and resolve invoice issues, escalating more complex items to senior staff
• Respond to vendor questions about payments and invoices in a timely, professional way
• Keep vendor files up to date, including collecting W-9s and other documents
• Support bank and account reconciliations and help spot discrepancies
• Assist with month-end close, basic journal entries, and audit requests
• Follow company policies and internal controls while keeping financial information confidential
• Partner with teams across the company to answer invoice, purchasing, and payment questions
• Share ideas to improve AP processes and help test system upgrades

What You'll Need

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 0-1 years of accounts payable, accounting, or general office experience (relevant coursework or internships count!)
• Strong attention to detail and data entry accuracy
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Good organization, time management, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Willingness to learn accounting software and ERP systems
• Preferred, but not required: an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, experience with ERP systems, and/or experience in a multi-location business

What We Offer

• Health insurance with a $0 deductible, plus dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company-sponsored retirement program
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Career growth and continuous professional development
• A stable, family-owned company with over 100 years of service

Our Core Four

We live by these values, and you will too:

1. Leave No Doubt You Care – Put people first and solve problems with empathy.
2. Own It – Be accountable, follow through, and take pride in your work.
3. Grow to Control Our Destiny – Seek opportunities to grow and improve every day.
4. Shape Our Legacy – Improve what you touch and help carry forward our 100+ years of service excellence.

Note: As an Accounts Payable Specialist I with Plunkett's, you will undergo a pre-employment background check upon receiving an employment offer.

Plunkett's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected status under applicable law.