Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day payables operations for a company in Needham, Massachusetts. This Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage a steady volume of invoices, communicate effectively with vendors, and help keep payment activity accurate and timely. The right candidate will bring strong attention to detail and a dependable approach to financial administration.

Responsibilities:
• Review incoming invoices, verify supporting details, and enter payment information accurately into the accounting system.
• Assign proper coding to invoices to ensure expenses are recorded to the correct accounts and departments.
• Communicate with vendors to address billing questions, clarify discrepancies, and provide status updates on payments.
• Prepare and support check run activities, helping ensure payments are processed according to established timelines.
• Monitor outstanding invoices and follow up on pending items to keep accounts payable records current and organized.
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation for invoices, approvals, and payment transactions.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to resolve invoice issues and support efficient workflow throughout the payables process.• Previous experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role.
• Working knowledge of invoice processing, invoice coding, and payment administration.
• Familiarity with check runs and standard accounts payable procedures.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage transactional work accurately.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for vendor and internal correspondence.
• Ability to organize multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.