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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.
$49,527 / year median in Connecticut
-1% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a team in the Tri-Cities area in a contract-to-permanent role. This opportunity is well suited for someone who can manage a fast-moving workload while maintaining accuracy across daily payable activities. The position focuses on invoice processing, purchase order matching, vendor communication, and timely payment support in a high-volume environment.
Responsibilities:
- Handle a large daily volume of incoming invoices, ensuring each item is entered and processed accurately.
- Compare purchase orders against invoices to confirm details align before payment is approved.
- Examine billing documents for correct coding, required authorization, and overall accuracy.
- Work directly with vendors to resolve payment issues, answer invoice questions, and address discrepancies.
- Prepare and process payments within established timelines while maintaining precision.
- Organize accounts payable files and supporting records so documentation remains complete and accessible.
- Provide assistance with related accounting tasks and general administrative support as business needs require.