Data Entry Clerk (Accounts Payable Support)

Job Description

Job Description

Data Entry Clerk (Accounts Payable Support)

We are seeking a detail-oriented Data Entry Clerk to support our Accounts Payable team by managing vendor communications and assisting with invoice processing. This role serves as a key point of contact for external vendors, ensuring timely updates on payments and resolving invoice-related inquiries—primarily through email, with occasional phone interaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Communicate with vendors regarding payment status and invoice inquiries
• Follow up on missing or unclear invoice details to ensure timely processing
• Enter invoices into Workday with accuracy and efficiency
• Perform data checks to maintain accuracy and completeness
• Organize and file both electronic and paper records
• Provide general administrative support to the AP team

Qualifications:

• 1–2 years of experience in data entry, accounts payable, or administrative support
• Associate’s degree required
• Strong written communication skills, especially in professional email correspondence
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard office tools
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Preferred:

• Experience in Accounts Payable or finance operations
• Familiarity with Workday or similar ERP systems
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Why Join Us:

• Opportunity to work with the largest regional healthcare system
• Clear path for long-term growth and internal advancement
• Collaborative, professional team environment
• Stable weekday schedule with strong work-life balance

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Albany, NY.

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $20.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Albany,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.