Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations for a Contract position. This role focuses on maintaining accurate invoice records, coordinating payment activity, and helping ensure vendor obligations are handled on time. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced accounting environment.

Responsibilities:

• Review incoming invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper approval before processing

• Assign correct accounting codes to vendor invoices and enter payment details into the system

• Prepare and support scheduled check runs to ensure timely disbursement of funds

• Maintain organized accounts payable records and documentation for audit and reporting purposes

• Reconcile invoice information with purchase orders, receipts, and vendor statements as needed

• Communicate with internal teams and external vendors to resolve billing discrepancies or payment questions

• Monitor payment deadlines and assist with prioritizing transactions to avoid delays

• Support general accounts payable activities and contribute to efficient month-end processing

• Experience working in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role
• Ability to code invoices accurately and process a high volume of transactions
• Familiarity with check run procedures and payment processing workflows
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy in data entry and recordkeeping
• Comfortable using accounting systems and standard office software for daily tasks
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for vendor and team coordination
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a structured, fast-moving environment