Accounts Payable Clerk

We are looking for a detail-focused Accounts Payable Clerk to join our client's team in Knoxville, Tennessee. This contract opportunity is well suited for someone who enjoys keeping financial records accurate, managing multiple priorities, and supporting smooth payment operations in a fast-paced setting. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, clear communication, and the ability to handle invoice activity with consistency and care.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a large volume of incoming invoices by reviewing, coding, and entering them accurately within established deadlines.

• Evaluate subcontractor payment requests and confirm that supporting records are complete before processing.

• Reconcile invoices against purchase-related documentation through two-way matching to help ensure payment accuracy.

• Assist with scheduled and occasional check disbursement activities while maintaining proper payment controls.

• Keep vendor files up to date, including tax forms, insurance certificates, and other required compliance documents.

• Help monitor workers’ compensation and subcontractor documentation requirements to support internal compliance standards.

• Communicate with vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams to research discrepancies, answer payment questions, and resolve outstanding issues.

• Record and maintain accounts payable transactions in QuickBooks Desktop and use Excel to track payment activity and reporting data.

Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of hands-on experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role.
• Ability to process invoices accurately in a high-volume environment while meeting deadlines.
• Familiarity with QuickBooks Desktop is preferred.
• Working knowledge of subcontractor billing, workers’ compensation records, certificates of insurance, and W-9 documentation is strongly preferred.
• Basic Microsoft Excel skills for tracking, organizing, and reviewing data.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy in financial recordkeeping.
• Ability to stay organized, prioritize competing tasks, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation

$21.00-$23.00 Hourly

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