Accounts Payable Clerk

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a finance team in Duxbury, Massachusetts on a Contract basis. In this role, you will help keep the accounts payable process running smoothly by reviewing invoices, validating supporting documentation, and ensuring payments are completed accurately and within established timelines. This position is well suited for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve billing issues and support daily accounting operations.

Responsibilities:

- Process vendor invoices and confirm all required documentation and approvals are in place before payment is issued.

- Compare billing records against purchase orders and receiving information to verify accuracy and identify discrepancies.

- Assign expenses to the appropriate general ledger accounts to maintain accurate financial records.

- Prepare payments through checks, ACH, or wire transactions while following established payment schedules and controls.

- Reconcile vendor account statements and investigate differences to ensure balances are correct.

- Communicate with vendors and internal teams to address payment questions, missing information, and invoice issues.

- Maintain organized accounts payable files and supporting records for reporting, compliance, and audit readiness.

- Assist the accounting team with month-end close tasks and provide documentation needed during audit reviews. Requirements - Hands-on experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role.

- Working knowledge of invoice processing, invoice coding, and payment workflows.

- Ability to review financial documents carefully and detect errors or inconsistencies.

- Experience supporting check runs and electronic payment processing.

- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple invoices and deadlines efficiently.

- Clear communication skills for working with vendors and internal departments.

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

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