Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a team in Dublin, Ohio in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This opportunity is well suited for someone beginning their accounting career who brings a solid grasp of basic accounting concepts and a highly accurate work style. The position requires someone who can manage daily invoice activity with limited supervision while maintaining organized records and dependable follow-through.

Responsibilities:
• Process a high volume of incoming invoices each day, typically handling between 50 and 100 transactions with accuracy and timeliness.
• Perform three-way matching by comparing invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation before payment approval.
• Assign appropriate accounting codes to invoices and verify that entries are complete and correctly documented.
• Support payment processing activities, including preparing items for check runs and maintaining related records.
• Use NetSuite to enter, review, and track accounts payable transactions throughout the payment cycle.
• Complete account reconciliations in Microsoft Excel and investigate discrepancies to help maintain accurate financial data.
• Work independently on routine accounts payable tasks while meeting deadlines and following established procedures.• Foundational knowledge of accounting principles, with interest in developing within an accounts payable role.
• Demonstrated accuracy and strong attention to detail when handling financial data and documentation.
• Ability to work independently for most of the day while staying productive and organized.
• Previous exposure to accounts payable functions such as invoice processing, coding, or payment support is preferred.
• Experience with three-way matching in an accounting or finance environment is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including using spreadsheets for reconciliations and data review.
• Familiarity with NetSuite or another accounting system used for payables processing is preferred.