Accounts Payable Clerk

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a finance team in Mesa, Arizona in a fully onsite, Long-term Contract position. This role is ideal for someone who can step in quickly, take ownership of daily payables activity, and help keep accounting operations accurate and well organized. The position supports core financial processes, including payment coordination, reconciliations, and vendor account maintenance, while providing dependable day-to-day support to the accounting function.

Responsibilities:

• Review banking activity and maintain accurate transaction records, including monitoring bank feeds for completeness and correctness.
• Handle electronic disbursements and other payment methods, ensuring approved invoices are processed on schedule.
• Evaluate outstanding invoices each day and prepare payment recommendations for final approval.
• Gather, sort, and maintain vendor billing documentation to support timely and accurate accounts payable processing.
• Compare vendor statements against internal records, investigate variances, and resolve issues with appropriate follow-up.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding payment status, account questions, and documentation needed to clear discrepancies.
• Complete bank and credit card reconciliations to support accurate financial reporting.
• Assist with journal entries and month-end close activities as needed by the accounting team.
• Provide support for sales tax administration and related reporting, including work connected to Avalara.
• Verify invoice data entered in QuickBooks and help prioritize payments based on accuracy, completeness, and due dates. Requirements
• Previous experience in accounts payable, bookkeeping, or a closely related accounting support role.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple invoices, deadlines, and records accurately.
• Ability to work independently, use sound judgment, and take initiative in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid organizational skills and a dependable approach to daily financial tasks.
• Experience with invoice coding, invoice processing, and check runs.
• Comfort working with vendor communications, reconciliations, and payment tracking.
• Familiarity with QuickBooks is preferred but not required.
• Proficiency with electronic payments and general accounting systems.

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