Accounts Payable Clerk
Robert Half · Monmouth County, NJ · 1 wk ago
On-siteFinanceFull-time
Responsibilities
- Manage a large volume of incoming invoices and enter them accurately within required timelines.
- Compare vendor billing against purchase orders and subcontract documentation to confirm proper support before payment.
- Assign charges to the correct jobs, cost categories, and general ledger accounts to maintain reliable financial reporting.
- Examine subcontractor billings, including retainage amounts, to verify payment accuracy.
- Investigate and resolve billing issues by coordinating with vendors, project managers, and internal departments.
- Track down outstanding approvals, missing paperwork, and other items that may delay payment processing.
- Prepare weekly payment activity, including checks and electronic disbursements, in accordance with company procedures.
- Maintain orderly financial files and documentation so records remain complete and ready for audit review.
- Provide additional administrative and accounting support to the office as business needs require.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of accounts payable experience, with construction industry exposure preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to process invoices in a high-volume environment with strong attention to detail.
- Working knowledge of purchase orders, subcontract billing, job cost allocation, and retainage concepts.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Outlook for daily communication and reporting tasks.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to follow-up.
- Able to balance multiple assignments, stay on schedule, and meet deadlines in a busy setting.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
Skills
- Accounts Payable
- Construction Industry Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Outlook
- Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving
- Organizational Skills
- Communication Skills
Benefits
Great Medical Benefits available and Paid Time Off in addition to other benefits.
Pay
N/A
Schedule
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