Accounts Payable Clerk

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a team in Phoenix, Arizona in a Contract to Permanent capacity. This position focuses on supporting day-to-day payables activity, maintaining dependable financial records, and helping ensure vendors are paid accurately and on time. The ideal candidate brings prior accounting support experience, strong organizational skills, and confidence working with invoice processing and expense tracking.

Responsibilities:

- Review and process incoming invoices while preparing accurate vendor payments according to company timelines.

- Record and monitor project-related expenses to support job cost tracking and financial visibility.

- Verify billing documents by comparing invoices with purchase orders and receiving documentation before approval.

- Organize payable records and maintain complete filing systems to support audit readiness and reporting needs.

- Assist with employee expense submissions and help complete account reconciliations with a high level of accuracy.

- Respond to vendor questions regarding payment status, invoice details, and account discrepancies in a courteous manner.

- Support routine payment activities such as invoice coding and check run preparation as needed. Requirements - At least 2 years of experience in accounts payable or a related accounting support role.

- Working knowledge of invoice processing, invoice coding, and vendor payment procedures.

- Familiarity with job costing concepts and the ability to track expenses accurately.

- Experience using Quick Books or comparable accounting software in a business environment.

- Strong attention to detail with the ability to keep records organized and accurate.

- Ability to manage a steady flow of invoices, expenses, and payment-related tasks effectively.

- Clear communication skills for working with vendors and internal team members.

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