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Robert Half
Accounts Payable Clerk
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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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.
$44,994 / year median in South Dakota
-14% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day operations for a growing team in Huron, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone with hands-on experience handling invoices, validating purchase documentation, and keeping vendor payments accurate and on schedule. The person in this role will contribute to a well-organized finance process by reviewing records carefully, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining reliable accounts payable documentation.
Responsibilities:
- Review incoming vendor invoices, assign the correct accounting codes, and enter payment data with a high level of accuracy.
- Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving details to confirm that charges are complete, approved, and properly supported.
- Prepare and process routine check runs while helping ensure payments are issued within established timelines.
- Investigate pricing, quantity, or documentation differences and coordinate with internal teams or vendors to resolve outstanding issues.
- Maintain organized accounts payable files and records so documents are easy to retrieve for reporting and audit support.
- Verify invoice details against company requirements and follow established procedures for approvals before payment is released.
- Assist with ongoing invoice processing activities to help keep the accounts payable workflow current and efficient.