Accounts Payable Clerk

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support a high-volume invoice entry initiative. This long-term contract position requires someone who can work fully onsite and maintain accuracy while processing a substantial backlog of accounts payable documents. The ideal candidate will be comfortable handling repetitive transactional work, applying invoice coding standards, and helping keep payment activity organized and current.

Responsibilities:
• Process a large volume of accounts payable invoices with strong attention to accuracy and timeliness.
• Enter invoice details into the appropriate system while maintaining organized and complete records.
• Apply correct general ledger or internal coding to invoices before submission for payment.
• Review invoice information for discrepancies, missing details, or approval issues and follow up as needed.
• Support check run preparation by ensuring payable items are properly entered and ready for release.
• Help reduce an existing backlog by prioritizing outstanding invoices and maintaining steady daily productivity.
• Work onsite with internal stakeholders to keep accounts payable activity current and well documented.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role.
• Demonstrated ability to process invoices accurately in a high-volume environment.
• Experience assigning codes to invoices and maintaining consistent payment records.
• Familiarity with check run support and general accounts payable procedures.
• Strong data entry skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work onsite in Houston, Texas throughout the assignment.
• Dependable time management skills and the ability to handle repetitive tasks efficiently.

Compensation

Based on experience

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