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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.
$45,316 / year median in Illinois
-10% projected decline
Job Description
We are seeking a seasoned Accounts Payable Specialist for a contract-to-possible-permanent opportunity. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional with strong high-volume AP experience, excellent purchase order matching skills, and advanced Excel knowledge. The Accounts Payable Specialist will support accounts payable operations across multiple locations and help ensure invoices and payments are processed accurately and on time.
Key ResponsibilitiesProcess a high volume of accounts payable invoices across three locationsHandle approximately 35 invoices per dayEnter, review, and verify invoices in the ERP systemPerform purchase order matching and ensure invoice details align with PO recordsResearch and resolve invoice discrepanciesSupport weekly check runs and AP payment processingMaintain accurate AP records and documentation
Key ResponsibilitiesProcess a high volume of accounts payable invoices across three locationsHandle approximately 35 invoices per dayEnter, review, and verify invoices in the ERP systemPerform purchase order matching and ensure invoice details align with PO recordsResearch and resolve invoice discrepanciesSupport weekly check runs and AP payment processingMaintain accurate AP records and documentation