Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day invoice and payment activities for a contract assignment in Santa Barbara, California. This Contract position is ideal for someone with hands-on accounts payable experience who can manage invoice entry, payment processing, and vendor communication with accuracy and efficiency. The role also contributes to month-end and year-end accounting support while maintaining organized records and compliance with company policies.

Responsibilities:
• Respond to vendor payment and invoice questions directly or route issues to the appropriate internal team for resolution.
• Review, scan, and enter invoices into the accounting system while keeping documentation complete and accurate.
• Process payments by preparing check requests, verifying approvals, entering required data, and generating checks.
• Match invoices to supporting purchasing and receiving records to confirm accuracy and follow up on discrepancies with relevant departments.
• Produce accounts payable reports and maintain well-organized files for payment records and supporting documents.
• Support monthly closing activities by updating and tracking accounts payable logs in a timely manner.
• Assist with year-end audit preparation by gathering records and providing accounts payable documentation as needed.
• Follow company safety practices as well as applicable federal and state regulations while performing daily responsibilities.
• Carry out additional administrative or accounting-related duties as assigned to support the department.