Accounts Payable Clerk

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support a busy finance team in Reading, Pennsylvania. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys accurate, high-volume transaction processing and can step in quickly to provide dependable on-site support. The person in this role will help maintain timely payment workflows, keep invoice records organized, and assist the team during a period of increased operational demand.

Responsibilities:

• Review incoming vendor invoices, verify details for accuracy, and enter payable information into the accounting system in a timely manner.

• Assign appropriate accounting codes to invoices to support proper expense tracking and internal reporting.

• Prepare and process check runs according to established payment schedules and approval procedures.

• Maintain organized accounts payable files and documentation so records are complete, accessible, and audit-ready.

• Communicate with internal departments and external vendors to resolve invoice discrepancies, payment questions, and missing information.

• Monitor the status of outstanding invoices to help ensure deadlines are met and payment activity remains current.

• Provide additional accounts payable support to help the team manage workload during an internal transition period.

• Prior experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role.
• Hands-on ability to process invoices accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience coding invoices and applying correct account classifications.
• Familiarity with preparing or assisting with check runs.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate financial records.
• Ability to work on-site in Reading, Pennsylvania, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Availability to begin immediately.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both vendors and internal team members.