Accounts Payable Specialist - Temp

NWFS; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

NWFS in Portland, OR, is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable assistant for a temporary position from December 2026 through March 2027. Typical hours are Monday–Friday, 8 am–5 pm, with a strong emphasis on accuracy, organization, and software proficiency.

The role requires an Associate’s degree plus 1 year of AP or 3+ years experience in bookkeeping, with strong Excel and accounting software knowledge (Abila MIP, QuickBooks). A background check and vehicle insurance are required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree plus one year of experience in accounts payable or bookkeeping, or
• At least three years of experience in accounts payable or bookkeeping.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge in Abila MIP or QuickBooks or similar software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process vendor and employee reimbursement checks.
• Prepare and process emergency fund payments for programs as needed.
• Track emergency fund payments in a spreadsheet.
• Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure invoices are posted correctly.
• Scan, file, and maintain Accounts Payable files as needed.
• Track orders in Excel.

Education

Associate’s degree + 1 year experience in AP or bookkeeping

3+ years experience in accounts payable or bookkeeping

Tools

Microsoft Office

Abila MIP

QuickBooks

Job description

This is a temporary position working Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm from December, 2026 through March, 2027. This is a great opportunity for someone who is organized and good with details.

Date posted: 10/30/2026

What You'll Do

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare and process vendor and employee reimbursement checks.
• Prepare and process emergency fund payments for programs as needed.
• Track emergency fund payments in a spreadsheet.
• Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure that invoices are accounted for and properly posted.
• Scan, file, and maintain Accounts Payable files as needed.
• Track orders in Excel.

Who You Are

Education / Experience

• Associate’s degree plus one year of experience in accounts payable or general accounting bookkeeping, or
• At least three years of experience in accounts payable or general accounting bookkeeping.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge in Abila MIP, QuickBooks, or similar accounting software.

Supplemental Information

Prior to a new hire, a background check, including criminal record history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment.

This position requires the use of a personal vehicle and a minimum level of insurance coverage for that vehicle.

• Personal liability insurance with $50,000 for bodily injury per person, with an aggregate of $100,000 per accident, or
• $100,000 combined single limit (bodily injury and property damage combined)