Accounts Payable Clerk

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to support daily payment operations for a team based in Portsmouth, Rhode Island. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage high-volume invoice activity with accuracy, maintain organized financial records, and help ensure timely vendor payments. The right candidate will bring strong accounts payable knowledge, careful attention to coding and documentation, and a dependable approach to routine accounting tasks.

Responsibilities:
• Review incoming invoices for completeness, accuracy, and proper approval before processing payments.
• Assign correct accounting codes to invoices and enter payment details into the appropriate financial records.
• Process vendor invoices efficiently while maintaining organized documentation and resolving discrepancies as needed.
• Prepare and support regular check runs to ensure payments are issued on schedule.
• Reconcile invoice information against purchase records or supporting documents to confirm validity.
• Communicate with internal teams and vendors to address payment questions, missing details, or outstanding items.
• Maintain accurate accounts payable files and help uphold compliance with established accounting procedures.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience working in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role.
• Practical knowledge of invoice coding, payment processing, and check run procedures.
• Ability to handle a high volume of invoices while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills in a deadline-driven environment.
• Comfort working with accounting systems and standard business software.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for coordination with vendors and internal stakeholders.

Compensation

$19.79-$22.91 Hourly

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