Temp Accounts Payable Specialist (Dec–Mar)

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

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.