Accounts Payable Clerk

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support a services organization in Sacramento, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone with strong accounts payable experience who can manage invoice workflows, maintain accurate financial records, and collaborate effectively with vendors and internal teams. The role requires careful attention to detail, sound judgment in expense coding, and a consistent focus on compliance and documentation.

Responsibilities:

- Examine incoming vendor invoices to confirm accuracy, appropriate account coding, and required approvals before payment processing

- Record invoices, payments, and related transactions in the accounting system with a high level of accuracy

- Maintain vendor master data, support onboarding of new suppliers, and respond to requests for account information

- Process check activity in the accounting platform and coordinate deposit entries within the banking system

- Assign expenses to the correct general ledger accounts, departments, or client matters based on supporting documentation

- Reconcile accounts payable balances, investigate variances, and resolve outstanding issues promptly

- Prepare accounts payable reports and compile supporting financial records for management, audit, or review needs

- Organize and retain documentation in a complete and accessible manner to support internal controls and audit readiness

- Communicate with employees and vendors to address payment questions, missing details, or invoice discrepancies

- Follow company financial guidelines and applicable regulatory standards throughout the accounts payable process Requirements - At least 3 years of experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role

- Hands-on experience with invoice processing, invoice coding, and check run support

- Proficiency using accounting software such as Quick Books, Tabs3, or similar financial systems

- Strong understanding of general ledger coding and expense allocation across departments or client matters

- Ability to reconcile accounts, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues with accuracy and urgency

- Solid organizational skills with the ability to maintain detailed financial records and supporting documentation

- Effective written and verbal communication skills for working with vendors and internal stakeholders

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