Accounts Payable Clerk

Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day payment operations for a construction and contractor-focused organization in Lexington, Kentucky. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who can manage invoice workflows with precision, maintain strong vendor communication, and help keep financial records accurate and current. The role will contribute to timely payment processing, reimbursement handling, and adherence to accounting procedures in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

- Review incoming vendor invoices against purchase orders and supporting documents to confirm charges, quantities, and approvals before payment.

- Handle a steady volume of payables transactions while maintaining accuracy, completeness, and alignment with company accounting practices.

- Investigate billing differences and coordinate with internal teams and suppliers to correct pricing, quantity, or documentation issues.

- Assign proper general ledger accounts, departments, and cost centers to invoices so expenses are recorded correctly.

- Post accounts payable activity within the appropriate reporting period to support reliable financial records.

- Reconcile supplier statements, research outstanding items, and resolve account discrepancies in a timely manner.

- Respond to vendor questions regarding invoices, payments, and balances with professionalism and clear follow-through.

- Process employee reimbursement requests and maintain organized documentation for each transaction.

- Support compliance efforts by preserving required records, including tax forms and audit-related documentation, and assisting with internal or external review requests.

Requirements - High school diploma required.

- 1 to 3 years of experience in accounts payable or closely related invoice processing work.

- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.

- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage detailed records accurately and confidentially.

- Experience with invoice coding, account reconciliation, and payment processing activities such as check runs.

- Comfortable performing data entry with a high degree of accuracy in a deadline-driven environment.

- Familiarity with accounting or ERP systems such as Oracle, Quick Books, or SAP is preferred.

- Effective communication skills for working with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve payment issues.

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