Accounts Payable Clerk
Robert Half · Covington, LA · 1 mo ago
On-siteFinanceTemporary
Responsibilities
- Review incoming invoices, verify supporting documentation, and assign accurate coding before entry into the accounting process.
- Process accounts payable transactions in a timely manner to help ensure vendors are paid according to established terms.
- Prepare and assist with scheduled check runs, confirming payment details and resolving discrepancies before release.
- Maintain organized payment and invoice records so documentation is complete, accessible, and audit-ready.
- Communicate with vendors and internal departments to address billing questions, missing information, and payment status updates.
- Use Microsoft Excel to track invoice activity, reconcile data, and support reporting related to payables.
- Identify and escalate invoice exceptions, duplicate charges, or coding concerns to help protect accuracy in financial records.
Requirements
- Previous experience handling accounts payable duties in an office environment with strong attention to detail.
- Working knowledge of invoice coding, invoice review, and full-cycle payment processing.
- Experience supporting check runs and managing vendor payments with strong attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for tracking, organizing, and reviewing financial information.
- Able to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for working with vendors and internal stakeholders.
- High level of accuracy, organization, and follow-through when processing financial documents.