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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.
$47,502 / year median in Pennsylvania
-14% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support a busy finance team in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. This Contract position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing a steady volume of payable transactions in an onsite environment. The person in this role will help keep invoice activity accurate, timely, and well-documented while supporting day-to-day accounts payable operations.
Responsibilities:
- Review incoming invoices for completeness, accuracy, and proper supporting documentation before processing
- Assign appropriate accounting codes to vendor invoices and enter payment details into the system
- Process accounts payable transactions promptly to help maintain an efficient payment cycle
- Assist with preparing and coordinating check runs according to established schedules
- Verify invoice information against purchase records or internal approvals to resolve discrepancies
- Maintain organized records of payable documents and ensure files are updated for audit readiness
- Prior experience supporting accounts payable functions in an office setting
- Hands-on ability to code invoices accurately and process high-volume invoice activity
- Working knowledge of check run procedures and standard payment processing practices
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify errors and follow up on discrepancies
- Comfortable working onsite and managing time effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency with basic accounting systems and standard office software applications Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies.