Accounts Payable Specialist

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Location:

Maple Grove, MN (Eligible for a hybrid work schedule, in the office two days per week)

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without restriction. Visa sponsorship is not available.

We are the people we power. As Minnesota’s not-for-profit electric cooperative, our member-owners and their members impact every decision we make. Because their needs are our needs, and their dreams are our dreams.

$26.00/hr - $34.00/hr

Great River Energy is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team. This role is responsible for supporting a variety of accounting functions with an emphasis on accounts payable in a fully automated environment. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, knowledge of accounting principles, and experience processing invoices in an automated AP system.

A typical starting range for this position is $26.00 - $34.00 hourly. We offer market competitive base pay and adjust our offer accordingly based upon the value of the candidate’s knowledge, skills and experience. In addition, our Total Rewards strategy focuses on recognizing individual performance and rewarding business results. Our robust Total Rewards package includes exceptional benefits and retirement, a focus on continuous engagement, recognition, personal and professional development, and an emphasis on work‑life effectiveness.

• Process vendor invoices in a fully automated system; review for accuracy and resolve discrepancies with internal buyers and vendors
• Prepare ACH, wire, credit card, and check payments; upload files for bank processing
• Perform general ledger tasks including journal entries, reconciliations, and preparing financial reports and schedules
• Manage sales and use tax calculations and accruals, corporate credit card analysis, and appropriate uploads to the general ledger
• Support special projects, data analysis requests, and process improvements to enhance AP efficiency

• Two‑year degree in business, accounting, finance, or related field OR equivalent experience
• Experience processing accounts payable invoices in an automated AP system
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles, including journal entries and general ledger functions
• Strong communication and customer service skills with the ability to collaborate across business teams and work effectively in a team environment
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy, meet deadlines, and follow defined processes
• Experience or working knowledge of sales & use tax laws and procedures

While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit for extended periods of time, walk and stand; talk both in person and by telephone; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds. Vision abilities include close and distant focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

May on occasion be exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Qualified candidates please apply at  (under the Careers tab) by Jan. 19, 2026. GRE values diversity, equity and inclusion and we are an equal employment opportunity employer.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industry: Utilities

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave
• Disability insurance
• Tuition assistance