Accounts Payable Clerk

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in Allentown, Pennsylvania in a fully onsite, contract-to-permanent role. This position supports the day-to-day accounts payable process by ensuring invoices and vendor payments are handled with accuracy, consistency, and strong attention to deadlines. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a fast-paced office environment, managing multiple priorities, and helping maintain reliable financial records.

Responsibilities:

- Review incoming invoices, assign the appropriate coding, and prepare them for timely processing and payment.

- Verify invoice details against supporting documentation to maintain accuracy and resolve discrepancies before payment is issued.

- Execute regular check runs and support payment activities for vendors and other creditors in accordance with established timelines.

- Reconcile processed transactions and monthly vendor statements to help keep accounts current and well documented.

- Track available discounts, apply eligible credits, and follow up on outstanding vendor memos when needed.

- Assist with check maintenance activities, including voiding checks and coordinating stop-payment requests when appropriate.

- Support sales tax reporting tasks and help ensure accounts payable records align with compliance expectations.

- Maintain organized payment records and contribute to efficient expense control through careful review of payable activity. Requirements - Experience working in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role.

- Working knowledge of invoice processing, invoice coding, and check run procedures.

- Ability to reconcile statements, review payment records, and identify discrepancies accurately.

- Familiarity with standard accounts payable controls and compliance-focused documentation practices.

- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage deadlines in an onsite office setting.

- Proficiency with basic accounting systems and Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel.

- Effective communication skills for coordinating with internal teams and external vendors.

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