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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.
$42,082 / year median in Louisiana
-14% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a wholesale distribution team in Monroe, North Carolina. This Long-term Contract position is fully onsite and will support day-to-day payables operations with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and strong financial controls. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with invoice handling, payment processing, and SAP in a fast-paced environment, with exposure to accounts payable automation tools considered an advantage.
Responsibilities:
- Review incoming invoices for completeness, accuracy, and proper approval before entering them into the payment workflow.
- Assign correct general ledger or cost coding to invoices and ensure transactions are recorded in accordance with company procedures.
- Process a high volume of vendor invoices efficiently while maintaining strong attention to detail and payment deadlines.
- Prepare and support scheduled check runs and other payment activities to ensure vendors are paid on time.
- Maintain accounts payable records in SAP and help keep supporting documentation organized and audit-ready.
- Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and vendor inquiries through timely follow-up with internal teams and suppliers.
- Contribute to improvements in accounts payable processes, including the use of automation platforms such as Doxis or similar tools when applicable.
- Collaborate with cross-functional departments to ensure smooth invoice flow and accurate financial information.