Accounts Payable Clerk

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a busy accounting team in Houston, Texas on a Contract basis. This position focuses on supporting daily payables activity, expense reporting, reconciliations, and broader accounting tasks while helping keep financial information accurate and up to date.

The right candidate will bring strong attention to detail, solid organizational skills, and the ability to adapt quickly in a fast-moving work environment. This opportunity may also lead to longer-term growth for someone who performs well in the role.

Responsibilities:

- Review, code, and process vendor invoices promptly while keeping supplier records current and organized.

- Record and reconcile company credit card activity as well as employee expense submissions to ensure accurate reporting.

- Complete bank reconciliations across multiple accounts and investigate differences until they are resolved.

- Monitor cash receipts and other cash-related entries, matching transactions and maintaining accurate balances.

- Update accounting spreadsheets, schedules, and supporting documentation used for routine financial tracking.

- Research billing inconsistencies, payment issues, and account variances, then work with the appropriate parties to correct them.

- Assist with recurring month-end accounting tasks, including expense reporting and preparation of supporting information.

- Provide vendor support by handling documentation, answering inquiries, and maintaining orderly financial records.

- Contribute general administrative and accounting assistance to the team, including support for process improvements or system-related changes when needed. Requirements - At least 2 years of experience in accounts payable, bookkeeping, accounting support, or a similar finance-related position.

- Hands-on background in invoice processing, expense reporting, and bank account reconciliation.

- Sage 50 experience is strongly preferred.

- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and the broader Microsoft Office Suite.

- Accurate data entry skills with a consistent focus on detail and completeness.

- Ability to organize multiple assignments, manage deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced setting.

- Sound problem-solving skills, good judgment, and the ability to learn new procedures quickly.

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