Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Title: Accounts Payable Clerk

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Type: Contract

Compensation: $18.00 - $26.00

Work Model: Hybrid - 3 days onsite, 2 days remote.

Hours: 40 hours per week, 1st Shift

Industry : Specialty chemicals, plastic additives and high-performance polymers

Responsibilities

• Monitor the Accounts Payable shared inbox and ensure inquiries from third-party suppliers and internal business partners are thoroughly researched and responded to within 72 hours.
• Route inquiries to the appropriate AP Accountant when additional review or action is required.
• Perform supplier account reconciliations and assist with researching and resolving account discrepancies.
• Prepare and issue manual checks on a weekly basis.
• Support the review and approval process for ACH payment runs.
• Proactively follow up with suppliers regarding debit balances and request repayment to support working-capital improvement.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records in accordance with established Accounts Payable procedures and internal controls.
• Perform other administrative and Accounts Payable-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Previous Accounts Payable or general accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with invoice processing, supplier account reconciliation, or payment processing is an asset.
• Familiarity with high-volume, multi-entity Accounts Payable environments preferred.
• SAP experience.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze invoices, reconcile supplier accounts, and identify discrepancies.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive company, supplier, and personnel information with appropriate discretion.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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