Paulsen: Accounting Operations Coordinator

Paulsen is looking for a detail-oriented, organized, and proactive Accounts Payable Coordinator to support our growing agency and finance operations team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, and collaborating across departments in a fast-paced, team-first environment.

Based in Sioux Falls, Paulsen is one of the nation’s leading agencies focused on agriculture, energy, and rural lifestyle brands.

What You’ll Do

• Process day-to-day accounts payable activities within the accounting system, including invoice review, coding, application to insertion orders, and balance monitoring

• Reconcile media invoices and investigate discrepancies related to invoices and insertion orders

• Communicate directly with vendors to resolve billing questions and reconcile vendor accounts

• Assist the CFO with process improvements, workflow efficiencies, and automation initiatives that support finance and business operations

• Review accounts payable inquiries and route communications appropriately

• Set up and maintain vendor records within accounting systems

• Support special projects and additional accounting department initiatives as needed

• Cross-train with team members to support additional AP functions and operational workflows

What We’re Looking For

• Associate degree in Accounting or equivalent experience preferred

• 2+ years of accounts payable or accounting support experience

• Exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines independently

• Strong communication skills with the ability to work professionally with vendors and internal teams

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

• Comfortable learning and navigating multiple systems and technologies

• Experience with Microsoft Office, Gmail, Google Sheets, Google Docs, and Google Forms

• Adaptable mindset with a willingness to learn and grow in a changing environment

• Interest in improving processes and helping build operational efficiency

Why Paulsen?

At Paulsen, we believe great work starts with great people and a strong culture. We offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package

• Generous SEP retirement contributions

• Quarterly bonus opportunities and profit sharing

• Monthly incentive programs

• Collaborative and flexible work environment

• Opportunity to grow within a nationally recognized agency serving rural America

Paulsen has been serving clients since 1951 and is consistently recognized as one of the top agricultural and rural lifestyle agencies in the country by Agri Marketing’s Marketing Services Guide.

Sioux Falls has also been recognized as a top community for young professionals and business growth, including honors from Forbes and Next Generation Consulting.

Ready to grow your accounting career while supporting meaningful work and great brands?