Accounts Payable Clerk

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a team in Columbus, Ohio in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports high-volume invoice operations and works closely with vendors across multiple states, making accuracy, responsiveness, and attention to detail essential for success. The role offers a strong opportunity for someone with accounts payable experience or an entry-level candidate eager to build a long-term career in accounting within a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

- Review and process a large volume of invoices each month while maintaining accuracy and meeting established deadlines.

- Perform two-way matching to confirm invoice details align with supporting purchasing documentation before payment approval.

- Communicate with vendors to resolve billing questions, clarify discrepancies, and support timely payment processing.

- Apply proper invoice coding and enter transactions into the appropriate accounts payable systems.

- Assist with check runs and help ensure scheduled payments are completed in accordance with company procedures.

- Maintain and update vendor records to keep account information current and organized.

- Work with vendors operating in different states and develop an understanding of applicable tax considerations tied to each location.

- Use tools such as Viewpoint Vista, OnBase, and Excel to manage invoice workflows, documentation, and reporting tasks. Requirements - Experience in accounts payable, invoice processing, or a related accounting support function is preferred.

- Familiarity with invoice coding, two-way matching, and check run support is beneficial.

- Ability to manage detailed work accurately in a high-volume processing environment.

- Strong communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with vendors and internal stakeholders.

- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and comfort learning or using systems such as OnBase and Viewpoint Vista.

- Understanding of vendor file maintenance and general accounts payable recordkeeping practices.

- Knowledge of multi-state tax considerations is helpful, or the ability to learn them quickly in the role.

- Entry-level candidates with relevant education and a strong interest in beginning an accounting career are encouraged to apply.

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