Accounts Payable Clerk
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support a busy construction business in Monmouth County, NJ. This role is ideal for someone who can handle a fast-moving invoice workload while maintaining accuracy in job costing and payment documentation. The successful candidate will work closely with vendors, project teams, and internal staff to keep accounts payable operations organized, timely, and compliant.
Responsibilities:
• Manage a large volume of incoming invoices and enter them accurately within required timelines.
• Compare vendor billing against purchase orders and subcontract documentation to confirm proper support before payment.
• Assign charges to the correct jobs, cost categories, and general ledger accounts to maintain reliable financial reporting.
• Examine subcontractor billings, including retainage amounts, to verify payment accuracy.
• Investigate and resolve billing issues by coordinating with vendors, project managers, and internal departments.
• Track down outstanding approvals, missing paperwork, and other items that may delay payment processing.
• Prepare weekly payment activity, including checks and electronic disbursements, in accordance with company procedures.
• Maintain orderly financial files and documentation so records remain complete and ready for audit review.
• Provide additional administrative and accounting support to the office as business needs require.
Qualifications:
Compensation
$55,000.00-$60,000.00 YearlyAbout Us
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