Accounts Payable Clerk

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join a team in Houston, Texas on a Contract basis. This onsite opportunity supports day-to-day payables activities while also assisting with selected receivables tasks when needed. The role is well suited for someone who can manage a steady invoice volume, work accurately across multiple priorities, and communicate effectively with vendors and internal teams.

Responsibilities:
• Review, verify, and process vendor invoices with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.
• Reconcile invoices against purchase orders and related backup documents before submission for payment.
• Record payable transactions in the company’s accounting system using appropriate expense and account coding.
• Investigate billing differences, missing information, and payment issues to ensure items are resolved promptly.
• Serve as a point of contact for vendor inquiries related to invoice status, payment details, and account questions.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date vendor files, including payment terms and supporting documentation.
• Contribute to month-end close activities by preparing accounts payable records and assisting with reconciliations.
• Partner with internal departments to secure approvals, clarify invoice details, and address processing delays.
• Provide backup support for accounts receivable activities such as cash application research and customer payment inquiries.
• Assist with additional accounting and administrative assignments as business needs require.• At least 2 years of hands-on experience in accounts payable; exposure to accounts receivable is beneficial.
• Ability to handle a high invoice volume, including experience processing around 600 or more invoices per month.
• Prior use of an ERP or accounting platform for invoice processing; experience with Infor LN is preferred.
• Working knowledge of invoice entry, purchase order matching, account coding, and payment support tasks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong accuracy, organization, and attention to detail in a fast-paced accounting environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, along with solid problem-solving ability.
• Capacity to balance multiple responsibilities and collaborate successfully with cross-functional teams.