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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.

$52,656 / year median in Massachusetts

-3% projected decline

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Job Description

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a finance team in a fully onsite capacity. This is a Contract opportunity for a detail-oriented individual who can take ownership of day-to-day payables activities with minimal ramp-up time. The position centers on high-volume invoice handling, payment support, and adherence to established approval procedures while contributing to smooth financial operations.
Responsibilities:
  • Manage incoming vendor invoices from a shared accounts payable mailbox and organize them for timely processing.
  • Review, assign coding, and route invoices through internal approval channels to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Prepare payment batches and assist with recurring payment cycles on a biweekly basis.
  • Support disbursement activity tied to loan payments as part of the broader payables function.
  • Maintain consistent documentation and follow established procedures to keep accounts payable records accurate and current.
  • Collaborate with the accounting team to resolve invoice discrepancies, approval delays, and payment-related questions.
  • Provide occasional assistance with month-end accounting tasks, including support for journal entry preparation when needed. Requirements
  • Proven experience handling the complete accounts payable process from invoice intake through final payment.
  • Ability to step into an active AP environment and work effectively with limited training or supervision.
  • Hands-on experience coding invoices, managing payment runs, and supporting check or batch processing activities.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word in an accounting or finance setting that requires strong attention to detail.
  • Familiarity with workflow-driven accounts payable platforms, such as Quadient or similar systems, is highly desirable.
  • Strong attention to detail and comfort working within defined procedures and approval frameworks.
Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .

Benefits

  • 401(k) Plans
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance