Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a team in Dallas, Texas in a contract role with the potential to become permanent. This position supports day-to-day payables operations in a fast-paced manufacturing setting, with a focus on accurate invoice handling, timely payment processing, and dependable recordkeeping. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment with financial data, and the ability to manage a high volume of transactions efficiently.

Responsibilities:
• Review incoming invoices for completeness, assign the correct accounting codes, and enter payment data with a high level of accuracy.
• Reconcile invoices against purchase orders and receiving documentation to ensure proper three-way matching before approval.
• Process vendor payments through scheduled check runs while helping maintain timely and organized disbursement records.
• Audit employee expense submissions for policy compliance, accuracy, and appropriate supporting documentation.
• Maintain accounts payable files and transaction histories, ensuring financial information is handled securely and kept up to date.
• Investigate discrepancies related to pricing, quantities, or approvals and work with internal teams and vendors to resolve issues promptly.
• Support reporting needs by preparing payables data in spreadsheets and accounting systems for review by finance leadership.
• Assist with daily workload in a high-volume manufacturing environment, adapting to process updates or accounting system changes as needed.• Associate degree in Accounting is required; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• At least 2 years of accounts payable experience, ideally within a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with invoice coding, invoice processing, check runs, and purchase order matching.
• Strong data entry skills with the ability to manage numeric information quickly and accurately.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Excel, and accounting or financial reporting software.
• Solid organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities in a deadline-driven setting.
• Demonstrated commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, and timely completion of assigned work.