Accounts Payable Clerk

About the role

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support finance operations. This position focuses on maintaining accurate payables records, processing invoices efficiently, and providing day-to-day administrative support to the Finance Department. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing purchasing documentation while communicating with vendors to resolve routine issues.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable transactions accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring invoices are reviewed, coded, and entered correctly.
• Prepare and manage purchase order requisitions while keeping related records organized and up to date.
• Maintain orderly invoice files and supporting documentation to promote accuracy and audit readiness.
• Communicate with vendors to address shipment delays, product shortages, backorders, and billing discrepancies.
• Gather, track, and retain purchasing records and other documentation required for finance operations.
• Support vendor onboarding and update supplier information within the company system as needed.
• Sort and distribute incoming mail and departmental correspondence for the Finance team.
• Provide general administrative support to the Finance Department to help maintain smooth daily operations.

Requirements

• Experience working in accounts payable or a similar finance support role is helpful.
• Ability to process invoices, apply accurate coding, and perform data entry with strong attention to detail.
• Familiarity with purchase orders, invoice recordkeeping, and accounts payable documentation.
• Experience assisting with check runs and routine payment processing activities.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Clear communication skills for interacting with vendors and internal finance staff.
• Proficiency with standard office and accounting systems used for accounts payable functions.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance for contract/temporary professionals.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan for hired contract/temporary professionals.