Accounts Payable Clerk

Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join an education organization in Baltimore, Maryland. This Contract to permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys high-volume invoice work, values accuracy, and can keep accounts payable operations running smoothly in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities:

- Review, code, and enter vendor invoices with a high level of accuracy while meeting established processing timelines.

- Reconcile invoices against purchase orders, receipts, and related backup to confirm completeness and proper approval.

- Respond to vendor questions regarding payment status, documentation needs, and account discrepancies in a thorough manner.

- Organize and maintain accounts payable files, records, and supporting materials to ensure audit-ready documentation.

- Assist with payment processing activities, including check runs and other scheduled disbursement tasks.

- Contribute to month-end accounts payable close by preparing reports, resolving outstanding items, and supporting reconciliations.

- Use Excel tools such as lookups and pivot tables to track invoice activity, analyze data, and support reporting needs

Requirements - At least 2 years of experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role.

- Hands-on experience with invoice coding, invoice processing, and payment support activities.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to work with VLOOKUPs, XLOOKUPs, and Pivot Tables.

- Familiarity with ERP or accounting platforms such as Oracle, Net Suite, Quick Books, or comparable systems.

- Strong data entry accuracy and close attention to detail when handling financial records.

- Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting.

- Clear written and verbal communication skills for working with vendors and internal stakeholders.

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