Accounts Payable Clerk

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support a legal organization in New York, New York. This part-time opportunity is a Long-term Contract position focused on managing invoices, recording cash receipts, and helping maintain accurate financial records. The ideal candidate will bring strong accounts payable experience, sound judgment, and the ability to work efficiently in an organized office environment.

Responsibilities:
• Review incoming vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and prepare items for accurate entry into the payment process.
• Assign appropriate accounting codes to invoices and confirm that charges are aligned with internal records and approval requirements.
• Process accounts payable transactions in a timely manner while maintaining organized and complete financial documentation.
• Assist with scheduled check runs and help ensure payments are issued accurately and within established deadlines.
• Record cash receipts and apply payments correctly to support reliable account reconciliation and reporting.
• Use Juris to enter, track, and maintain financial information related to payables and receipts.
• Communicate with internal staff and external vendors to resolve payment questions, invoice discrepancies, and supporting document issues.

Qualifications:

• Experience supporting accounts payable functions, including invoice review, coding, and payment processing.
• Ability to code invoices accurately and maintain a high level of attention to detail in financial data entry.
• Familiarity with check run procedures and standard accounts payable controls.
• Experience processing invoices and cash receipts in an office setting that requires strong attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of Juris or the ability to quickly learn legal accounting software.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities in a part-time role.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with colleagues and vendors.

Compensation

$23.75-$27.50 Hourly

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