Accounts Payable Clerk

Location: Gaston

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a wholesale distribution team in Gaston, South Carolina on a Long-term Contract basis. This position is fully onsite and offers an easygoing, team-focused workplace where collaboration and reliability are valued. The role centers on high-volume data entry, invoice review, vendor communication, and day-to-day support for accounts payable activities, with opportunities to assist across related accounting functions as needed.

Responsibilities:

- Enter and maintain accounts payable records with a high level of speed and accuracy.

- Review invoices for completeness, coding, and supporting documentation before processing payments.

- Communicate with vendors to resolve billing discrepancies, missing details, and payment-related questions.

- Assist with payment processing activities, including check runs and tracking outgoing disbursements.

- Reconcile invoices and account information to help ensure accurate financial records.

- Support expense tracking, subcontractor payment coordination, and inventory-related invoice activity.

- Update accounting data in internal systems and spreadsheets to keep information organized and current.

- Collaborate with supervisors and team members on daily accounting tasks and provide support across the department when priorities shift. Requirements - Experience in accounts payable, invoice processing, or a similar accounting support role.

- Strong data entry skills with close attention to detail and accuracy.

- Ability to communicate professionally with vendors regarding invoice questions and account issues.

- Working knowledge of invoice coding, check runs, and account reconciliation practices.

- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and comfort using accounting or ERP systems.

- Familiarity with tools such as Oracle, Quick Books, SAP, Great Plains, or comparable platforms is helpful.

- Ability to work effectively in a fully onsite office environment in Gaston, South Carolina.

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