Accounts Payable Clerk

Position Overview

A growing pharmaceutical organization in Centerbrook, Connecticut is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support the Finance team during a contract engagement. The ideal candidate will have strong invoice processing experience, a high level of accuracy, and the ability to manage vendor relationships in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.

This role is responsible for the timely and accurate processing of accounts payable transactions while ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Process high-volume vendor invoices and employee expense reports accurately and efficiently.
• Review invoices for proper approvals, coding, and supporting documentation.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving records.
• Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve payment discrepancies.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and maintain positive vendor relationships.
• Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals and account reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate accounts payable records and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and pharmaceutical industry regulations.
• Support audits by providing requested documentation and reports.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Operations, and Finance teams to resolve invoice and payment issues.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of accounts payable experience, preferably within a manufacturing, pharmaceutical, healthcare, or life sciences environment.
• Experience processing high-volume invoices.
• Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or Microsoft Dynamics.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and data analysis.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a regulated environment (FDA, GMP, or Life Sciences).
• Knowledge of three-way matching and purchase order processing.
• Exposure to audit support and month-end accounting processes.

Compensation

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience.
• Weekly pay.
• Opportunity to gain experience within a respected pharmaceutical organization.

Why Join Us?

• Work with an innovative pharmaceutical company making a meaningful impact on patient care.
• Collaborative and professional team environment.
• Opportunity to contribute immediately and make a measurable difference.
• Potential for contract extension based on business needs and performance.

Apply today if you are a detail-oriented Accounts Payable professional looking for your next contract opportunity in the pharmaceutical industry.

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