Accounting Clerk

Description We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a busy finance team on a contract basis. This position focuses on supporting accounts payable operations through accurate invoice handling, timely record maintenance, and effective communication with vendors and internal partners. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable managing high volumes of financial data, and able to keep work moving efficiently in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities:

- Enter large volumes of vendor invoices and employee expense submissions into the accounting system with a strong focus on precision and turnaround time.

- Review invoices against purchase orders and receipt documentation to confirm that billing details are complete and accurate.

- Investigate payment or invoice variances and coordinate with vendors and internal teams to reach timely resolutions.

- Organize and submit payment batches in accordance with established approval procedures and company guidelines.

- Maintain accurate accounts payable files and ensure both electronic and paper records are current and easy to retrieve.

- Contribute to month-end accounts payable activities by preparing supporting information and assisting with close-related tasks.

- Address vendor questions related to payment status, account balances, and outstanding items in a thorough and courteous manner.

- Provide general clerical and administrative assistance to support daily accounts payable operations as priorities shift. Requirements

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