Accounts Payable Clerk

Description

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join a construction-focused organization in Melville, New York. This role is well suited for someone who can manage high-volume invoice activity, maintain accurate payment records, and support efficient financial operations. The ideal candidate brings strong accounts payable knowledge, sound coding accuracy, and hands-on experience working within the construction industry.

Responsibilities:

- Process a steady flow of vendor invoices with accuracy, ensuring charges are coded correctly and entered in a timely manner

- Review payment documentation, verify approvals, and prepare checks for scheduled disbursement cycles

- Maintain organized accounts payable records and supporting documents to promote audit readiness and accurate tracking

- Reconcile invoice details against purchase-related documentation and resolve discrepancies with internal teams or vendors

- Apply general ledger coding to invoices while following company procedures and established accounting controls

- Use Sage 300 to enter, monitor, and update accounts payable transactions and related financial data

- Communicate with vendors regarding payment status, missing information, and invoice questions to keep accounts current

Requirements - At least 5 years of accounts payable experience

- Prior experience in the construction industry is required

- Proven ability to process invoices and assign accurate coding

- Hands-on experience managing check runs and payment processing

- Working knowledge of Sage 300

- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate financial records

- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

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