Accounts Payable Clerk

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join an onsite accounting team in Houston, Texas. This Long-term Contract opportunity is well suited for someone early in their accounting career who wants to build practical experience in a busy, collaborative environment. In this role, you will contribute to daily payables operations, maintain accurate financial records, and support timely invoice processing.

The assignment is expected to run for at least six months, with the possibility of extension or future permanent consideration.

Responsibilities:

- Receive incoming invoices and route them appropriately for processing and recordkeeping.

- Enter invoice and purchase order information into the accounting system with a high level of accuracy.

- Assist with routine accounts payable activities to help keep vendor payments on schedule.

- Maintain orderly files for invoices, purchasing records, and related financial documentation.

- Review data for completeness and follow up on missing or unclear details when needed.

- Provide general administrative and accounting support to the broader finance team.

- Help uphold accurate and timely financial entry standards across daily transactions. Requirements - Some experience in accounts payable, accounting support, or administrative operations is preferred.

- Familiarity with invoice processing, invoice coding, and check run support is beneficial.

- Exposure to Microsoft Dynamics 365 is an advantage.

- Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain organized records are required.

- Ability to learn quickly and take initiative in a fast-moving work environment.

- Sound problem-solving skills and a dependable, detail-oriented approach to work.

- Comfortable collaborating with team members while also handling assigned tasks independently.

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