Accounts Payable Clerk

Accounts Payable Specialist

?? Menands, NY (Albany Area)

?? Full-Time | Monday-Friday (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM)

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join a growing team within one of the largest healthcare systems in the Albany area. In this role, you will support accounts payable operations across multiple campuses, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, reimbursements, and vendor payments. This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative team environment with strong long-term growth potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices, reimbursements, refunds, and credits accurately and on time using ERP systems

• Monitor invoices with sensitive payment terms, discounts, or rebate opportunities

• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and financial regulations

• Verify invoices include proper documentation and approvals prior to payment

• Maintain accurate supplier records and ensure payments are issued correctly

• Manage and track invoices that cannot be processed in the ERP system

• Respond to vendor and internal inquiries regarding payment status and processes

• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities, including 1099 preparation

• Support efforts to identify and recover unclaimed funds

• Maintain organized records to support audits and compliance

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Supply Chain, and other departments

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Accounts Payable

• Experience working with accounting/ERP systems

• Strong experience handling vendor invoices and communications

• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel

• Associate's degree or higher is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a healthcare or large enterprise environment

• Strong data entry and administrative support skills

• Ability to manage high-volume transactions in a team setting

Work Environment

• Business casual office environment

• Collaborative team of 15+ AP professionals

• Standard schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Why Join Us?

• Be part of the largest health system in the Albany region

• Strong opportunity for career growth and long-term stability

• Team-oriented, supportive work environment

• Exposure to enterprise-level accounting operations

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Menands,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 8, 2026.

About Aston Carter

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® Platinum Award 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.

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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.