Accounts Payable Clerk
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$23.71 - $25.98 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | 11311 McCormick Rd > Ste 460 Edgewood, Maryland open_in_new |
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Verified Pay check_circleProvided by the employer$17.94
$24.84
$30.19
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Job Description
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk for a Long-term Contract basis. In this role, you will support day-to-day payables operations by reviewing vendor billing, entering financial data accurately, and helping maintain organized accounting records. This opportunity is well suited for someone who is detail-oriented, comfortable working with purchase orders and general ledger coding, and able to keep pace with recurring transaction volumes while meeting deadlines.
Responsibilities:
• Process vendor invoices accurately and on schedule, ensuring supporting documentation is complete before entry.
• Match incoming invoices to purchase orders and related records to confirm pricing, quantities, and approvals.
• Assign appropriate general ledger codes and enter payables data into the accounting system with a high level of accuracy.
• Prepare payment-related documentation, including vouchers and check run support, while maintaining proper records.
• Review accounts payable activity for discrepancies and assist with resolving issues by responding to internal and external inquiries.
• Post accounting entries and help maintain ledgers and journals associated with payables transactions.
• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable, invoice processing, or a closely related accounting support role.
• Practical experience entering vendor invoices, coding invoices, and supporting check run activities.
• Working knowledge of purchase order matching, general ledger coding, and journal entry preparation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Outlook.
• Experience using an ERP/accounting platform.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to manage multiple transactions within deadlines.