Accounts Payable Clerk

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support a busy finance team in Brooklyn, New York. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys keeping payables organized, responding to vendor needs, and maintaining accuracy in a high-volume environment. The role offers a flexible hybrid arrangement, with remote work available, and focuses on day-to-day accounts payable operations that help the business run smoothly.

Responsibilities:

- Review incoming invoices, assign the correct accounting codes, and direct them through the approval workflow in the payment platform.

- Process a high monthly volume of payables with careful attention to accuracy, timeliness, and internal controls.

- Set up new vendors in the system and ensure onboarding information is complete and properly documented.

- Monitor the finance inbox, respond to payment-related questions, and provide timely follow-up to internal teams and external vendors.

- Support routine payment activities, including preparing items for disbursement and helping maintain an organized accounts payable cycle.

- Record invoice details in the general ledger environment and help keep financial records current and accurate.

- Assist the team during ongoing changes to accounts payable tools and processes, including work connected to platform updates.

- Collaborate with the reporting manager and finance team to provide additional coverage where needed across daily AP operations. Requirements - At least 2 years of experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role.

- Hands-on experience with invoice entry, invoice coding, and day-to-day accounts payable processing.

- Ability to manage a shared inbox and handle payment inquiries in a detail-focused and organized manner.

- Familiarity with check runs, vendor setup, and maintaining accurate payable records.

- Experience working in accounting systems or ERP platforms such as Net Suite or similar tools.

- Strong attention to detail and the ability to stay effective while managing high transaction volume.

- Dependable communication skills and a flexible approach in a fast-changing work environment.

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