Accounts Payable Clerk

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join a finance team in Baltimore, Maryland. This position focuses on managing the full invoice-to-payment cycle, maintaining accurate financial records, and helping ensure vendor obligations are handled efficiently. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and a detail-oriented approach to daily transaction processing.

Responsibilities:
• Process supplier invoices accurately and ensure all payment requests are reviewed before entry into the system.
• Compare purchase orders, receiving records, and invoices to confirm billing details and resolve mismatches promptly.
• Assign correct general ledger accounts and cost centers to payable transactions to support accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare accounts payable-related journal entries and record transactions in alignment with established accounting practices.
• Reconcile vendor statements, investigate outstanding items, and work with internal teams or suppliers to clear discrepancies.
• Maintain organized accounts payable files and supporting documentation for reference, compliance, and audit readiness.
• Execute recurring payment runs on a weekly and monthly basis while verifying timing and accuracy of disbursements.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities by providing reconciliations, reports, and transaction support.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and coordinate with cross-functional departments to address billing or payment concerns.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in accounts payable or broader accounting operations.

• Demonstrated understanding of invoice review, matching procedures, account coding, and journal entry preparation.

• Experience using enterprise accounting or ERP platforms.

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.

• High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail in a deadline-driven environment.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to resolve issues professionally

Compensation

$60,000.00-$65,000.00 Yearly

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