Accounts Payable Clerk

Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day invoice and payment activities for a busy team in Boston, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is organized, accurate, and comfortable managing a steady flow of financial documents. The role focuses on maintaining timely payment processing, applying correct coding to invoices, and helping keep accounts payable records current and reliable.

Responsibilities:

- Review incoming invoices for completeness, accuracy, and proper approval before processing payments.

- Assign appropriate general ledger or expense codes to invoices in line with company procedures.

- Enter and maintain invoice records in the accounting system with strong attention to detail.

- Prepare scheduled payment batches and assist with check runs to ensure vendors are paid on time.

- Reconcile payable records and resolve discrepancies by working with internal teams and external vendors.

- Track outstanding invoices and follow up as needed to support accurate aging and payment status reporting.

- Maintain organized accounts payable files and documentation for audit and recordkeeping purposes.

Requirements

- Experience handling accounts payable tasks in a detail-oriented office or finance environment.

- Working knowledge of invoice coding, invoice entry, and payment processing procedures.

- Ability to support check runs and manage multiple deadlines with a high level of accuracy.

- Strong data entry skills and careful attention to numerical detail.

- Effective communication skills for coordinating with vendors and internal departments.

- Ability to stay organized while managing a consistent volume of invoices and related documentation.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ()  and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit  for more information.

© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ()  and Privacy Notice () .