Accounts Payable Clerk

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations for a Contract position based in Saint Charles, Missouri. This role focuses on accurate invoice handling, timely payment preparation, and consistent support of accounts payable activities. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing high-volume transactional work while maintaining accuracy and compliance.

Responsibilities:

- Review incoming invoices, verify supporting details, and assign the correct coding before processing for payment.

- Process accounts payable transactions accurately and maintain organized records for completed and pending items.

- Prepare and assist with scheduled check runs to ensure vendors are paid within established timelines.

- Examine invoice information for discrepancies, resolve routine issues, and follow up as needed to support timely approval.

- Maintain accurate documentation related to payments, invoice status, and account activity for audit and reporting purposes.

- Coordinate with internal stakeholders to confirm charge allocations and ensure payable entries are recorded correctly. Requirements - Experience supporting accounts payable functions in an administrative or accounting environment.

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

- Ability to assist with check runs and manage recurring payment schedules with accuracy.

- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify errors or inconsistencies in financial documents.

- Comfortable handling multiple invoices and priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced setting.

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

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