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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.
$49,406 / year median in New York
-7% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day invoice and payment activities for a busy team in Garden City, New York. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone who is highly organized, accurate with financial records, and comfortable handling a steady volume of payable transactions. The role will focus on timely invoice review, coding, processing, and payment support while helping maintain orderly documentation and strong internal controls.
Responsibilities:
- Review incoming invoices for completeness, accuracy, and proper approval before processing.
- Assign correct accounting codes to vendor invoices and enter payable details into the system with a high level of precision.
- Prepare and support regular check run activities to ensure vendors are paid on schedule.
- Process accounts payable transactions in Sage Intacct and maintain up-to-date payment records.
- Scan, organize, and file invoice documentation so records remain accessible and audit-ready.
- Reconcile invoice information against supporting documents and resolve discrepancies with internal contacts or vendors.
- Monitor payment timelines and help prioritize urgent items to keep the accounts payable workflow moving efficiently.