Accounts Payable Clerk

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support the Finance team through a contract assignment. This position plays an important role in keeping payment activity organized, accurate, and on schedule while helping maintain strong vendor relationships and reliable financial records. The ideal candidate communicates effectively and can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Review and process vendor invoices and employee expense submissions with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.
• Verify that each payment request includes the correct approvals, account coding, and supporting documentation before submission.
• Reconcile supplier statements and address questions related to invoices, outstanding balances, and payment timing.
• Coordinate recurring payment activity, including electronic payments, check distributions, and wire transactions.
• Maintain vendor files and ensure tax and compliance documentation is current and properly organized.
• Contribute to month-end accounting activities by assisting with accrual tracking and account reconciliations.
• Partner with internal teams across the organization to resolve invoice discrepancies and payment-related issues efficiently.
• Communicate with vendors clearly to research and settle billing concerns.
• Provide support for audit preparation and assist with financial reporting requests as needed.
• Follow internal controls and established finance policies to help ensure compliant payment processing.