Accounts Payable Clerk

About the role

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in Allen Park, Michigan in a contract role with permanent potential. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a structured office environment, managing financial records accurately, and supporting day-to-day accounting operations. The successful candidate will play an important part in invoice handling, payment processing, reconciliation activities, and cross-functional support within the accounting team.

Responsibilities

• Review incoming invoices and expense records for accuracy, completeness, and proper approval before entering them into the system.
• Manage the full accounts payable cycle, including payment processing, purchase order matching, statement review, and transaction reconciliation.
• Track and reconcile vendor prepayments to ensure balances are current and properly documented.
• Prepare and balance monthly company credit card activity, resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Follow established accounting policies and financial procedures to maintain consistent and compliant workflows.
• Assemble requested records and supporting materials for internal reviews and external audit activities.
• Assist the Accounting Manager with additional accounting-related tasks and departmental priorities as needed.
• Provide backup support to accounts receivable functions by helping follow up on overdue customer balances when required.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting position.
• Previous hands-on experience using QuickBooks in a business environment.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, with solid proficiency in Excel.
• Ability to organize tasks effectively, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines consistently.
• At least 3 years of accounting-related experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of Microsoft Excel experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of QuickBooks experience.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Eligible to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.