Accounts Payable Clerk

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day payment operations for a Contract position based in Solana Beach, California. This role focuses on accurate invoice handling, vendor account coordination, and financial record maintenance while working closely with internal teams. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment with transaction review, and the ability to keep payables processes organized and compliant.

Responsibilities:

- Partner with internal departments to collect financial details, review supporting documentation, and clarify payment-related questions.

- Process incoming invoices from receipt through approval, coding, verification, and reconciliation to ensure timely and accurate payment.

- Review financial reports and account records to confirm balances, investigate inconsistencies, and validate posted transactions.

- Communicate with vendors to maintain account accuracy, coordinate payments, and resolve issues involving purchase orders, invoices, or remittances.

- Prepare payment adjustments such as purchase order updates and stop payment requests when needed.

- Reconcile accounts payable activity against the general ledger and help maintain accurate month-end records.

- Organize vendor documentation, including W-9 records, and assist with annual 1099 reporting requirements.

- Examine credit card statements for accuracy, audit transactions, and process related documentation in accordance with company procedures.

- Maintain financial files, support reporting activities, and carry out additional accounting-related duties as assigned. Requirements - Prior experience in accounts payable, including invoice processing, account coding, and payment support.

- Working knowledge of check runs, invoice reconciliation, and vendor account maintenance.

- Ability to identify discrepancies, research issues, and follow through on resolutions with accuracy.

- Familiarity with general ledger reconciliation and financial recordkeeping practices.

- Experience handling vendor tax documentation such as W-9 forms and supporting 1099 preparation.

- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a detail-focused environment.

- Clear and effective communication skills for interaction with internal stakeholders and external vendors.

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