Temporary Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety

At Kelso Industries, 4,000+ employees across 40+ companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first.

Recruiter Notice: We respectfully ask external recruiters and staffing agencies not to submit candidates. We only accept direct applications.

Position Summary

The Temporary AP/AR Clerk will provide short-term support to the accounting team by processing invoices, maintaining customer and vendor accounts, applying payments, and assisting with general accounting tasks. This role requires accuracy, organization, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Enter and process vendor invoices, ensuring proper coding and approvals.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation.
• Prepare customer invoices and billing documentation.
• Apply customer payments and maintain accurate account records.
• Assist with vendor payments, check runs, and electronic payments.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up on past-due balances.
• Research and resolve billing, payment, and account discrepancies.
• Reconcile vendor statements and customer accounts.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical accounting records.
• Assist with month-end closing activities and reporting.
• Respond professionally to vendor and customer inquiries.
• Provide additional administrative and accounting support as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in accounting or business preferred.
• Previous accounts payable, accounts receivable, bookkeeping, or accounting support experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting or ERP systems.
• Strong attention to detail and data-entry accuracy.
• Effective organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and meet deadlines.
• Experience in construction or mechanical contracting is a plus.

Employment Details

• Temporary position
• Expected assignment length: 60 days
• Schedule: M-F
• Location: Middlesex, NJ

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary Range: $20.00-$22.00

Pay Transparency Statement
The compensation range provided represents the Company's good-faith estimate of the base salary for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, skills, geographic location, internal equity, and other business considerations.

Why Join Kelso Industries?

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.

Here you will experience:

Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.

Company Culture: You'll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.

Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You'll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being.

Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business