Accounts Payable Clerk

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.