Accounts Payable

We are looking for a dependable Accounting Clerk to join a growing real estate organization in Columbus, Ohio for a short-term Contract assignment. This fully onsite opportunity is well suited for someone who enjoys keeping financial records accurate, supporting daily accounting operations, and contributing in a busy office setting. The role offers hands-on involvement across invoice processing, record maintenance, and general accounting support over a 1–2 month engagement.

Responsibilities:
• Review and enter vendor invoices accurately while assisting with timely payment activities.
• Maintain organized financial records and update accounting data with a high degree of precision.
• Support reconciliation work by comparing account activity and helping resolve discrepancies.
• Assist the team with general ledger-related tasks and other day-to-day accounting operations.
• Prepare, file, and manage accounting documents so information is easy to access and audit-ready.
• Contribute to month-end closing efforts by completing assigned accounting tasks within deadlines.
• Provide clerical and administrative assistance to the accounting department as business needs arise.
• Take on additional short-term accounting projects and special assignments to support the team.

Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or an accounting support position.
• Practical knowledge of accounts payable, with accounts receivable exposure considered beneficial.
• Strong data entry skills, including the ability to handle high-volume numeric information accurately.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and experience using accounting software such as QuickBooks.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong organizational and recordkeeping abilities.
• Ability to manage work independently in a fully onsite office environment.
• Strong clerical and administrative support skills within a fast-paced business setting.

Compensation

$22.00-$24.00 Hourly

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