Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join an engineering-focused organization in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who brings strong experience in invoice handling, careful data review, and dependable follow-through in a busy accounting environment. The position supports day-to-day payables operations by ensuring vendor invoices are recorded correctly, resolved promptly, and maintained in an organized manner.

Responsibilities:
• Process a high volume of vendor invoices with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and completeness.
• Examine invoices for proper approvals, correct account coding, and required backup documentation before entry.
• Enter payable transactions into the company system and maintain reliable records for audit and reporting purposes.
• Investigate billing issues, respond to vendor questions, and work with internal teams to resolve payment discrepancies.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and related documents to confirm amounts, terms, and quantities when needed.
• Assist with check run activities and other scheduled payment processing tasks.
• Support month-end accounts payable close by preparing records, reconciling items, and helping clear outstanding issues.
• Maintain organized vendor files while following internal accounting policies and established procedures.• Previous experience in accounts payable with regular exposure to invoice entry and invoice processing.
• Working knowledge of invoice coding and the ability to assign expenses accurately.
• Experience supporting check runs or other payment cycle activities.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accurate data entry and recordkeeping.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for working with vendors and internal stakeholders.