Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support payment accuracy and expense processing for a finance team in Miramar, Florida. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings solid accounts payable experience, sharp attention to detail, and the ability to investigate discrepancies across invoices, purchase orders, and reimbursement records. The person in this role will help strengthen day-to-day payment controls, review reporting for accuracy, and contribute to efficient departmental performance.

Responsibilities:
• Review supplier payments and employee reimbursement activity to confirm accuracy, completeness, and proper supporting documentation.
• Compare transaction records against system-generated reports and account balances to identify exceptions and correct payment issues.
• Investigate mismatches involving invoices, purchase orders, contracts, credits, or receipts, and coordinate resolution with appropriate stakeholders.
• Record and maintain accounts payable entries in a timely manner while supporting accurate financial documentation.
• Partner with accounts payable leadership to improve workflows, reduce processing errors, and promote stronger payment controls.
• Evaluate departmental reports to monitor quality, output, and compliance with internal standards.
• Process actions such as payment corrections, stop-pay requests, and purchase order updates when needed.
• Apply accounting principles and standard business practices to daily accounts payable activities and issue resolution.• At least 3 years of experience in finance, accounting, or accounts payable-related work.
• Associate degree from a two-year college or technical program preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Practical experience with invoice review, payment processing, reconciliations, and employee expense reimbursement handling.
• Familiarity with SAP R/3 or comparable accounting systems used in accounts payable environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other business software relevant to reporting and transaction review.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships across teams.
• Demonstrated analytical thinking, customer service focus, and sound judgment when researching and resolving discrepancies.