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Robert Half
Accounts Payable Clerk
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What they do
An Accounts Payable or Receivable Clerk keeps records of accounts and financial transactions, with specific responsibility for Accounts Payable/Receivable. Works for a business or bookkeeping service. Provides information for financial and tax reports completed by an accountant.
$50,497 / year median in California
-16% projected decline
Job Description
Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a local government organization in Upland, California on a Contract basis. This role supports timely and accurate payment operations by reviewing invoice activity, coordinating approvals, and maintaining organized financial records. The ideal candidate brings hands-on accounts payable experience and can keep multiple transactions moving efficiently while helping the team prepare for the fiscal year.
Responsibilities:
- Review incoming invoices, assign the appropriate coding, and route documentation for approval to support accurate payment processing.
- Monitor invoice status from receipt through final payment so transactions remain current, documented, and easy to track.
- Prepare and enter journal entries and related financial information in support of day-to-day accounts payable activities.
- Submit invoice updates or amendment requests when corrections are needed to maintain compliance with established procedures.
- Assist with purchase order carryforward tasks and related records to support continuity across fiscal periods.
- Enter requisitions tied to upcoming budget needs and help organize materials required for year-end and new fiscal year readiness.
- Support check run activities by helping ensure approved invoices are scheduled and processed on time.
- Maintain complete and orderly accounts payable files, providing clear documentation for internal review and audit purposes. Requirements
- Experience performing accounts payable duties in an office environment.
- Proficiency in invoice processing, including coding, routing, and tracking payment status.
- Ability to prepare journal entries and work with purchase orders or requisitions.
- Familiarity with check run support and standard accounts payable documentation practices.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage a high volume of financial records accurately.
- Effective organizational skills and the ability to keep multiple tasks moving within deadlines.
- Comfortable working with accounting systems and spreadsheet tools to enter and review financial data.