We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a collaborative accounting team in Springdale, Arkansas. This contract opportunity with long-term potential is ideal for someone who enjoys detailed financial work, thrives in a fast-paced office setting, and wants to build long-term career growth in accounting. The person in this role will contribute to both payables and receivables processes while supporting core accounting operations and reporting to the Accounting Manager.
Responsibilities:
- Review invoices against supporting documentation, verify accuracy, and organize payment records for timely processing.
- Assist with accounts payable activities by entering invoice details, maintaining documentation, and helping manage outgoing disbursements.
- Contribute to accounts receivable tasks by preparing daily billing and credit activity, applying incoming payments, and supporting follow-up on overdue balances.
- Help maintain accurate financial records by posting transactions to journals, registers, and ledgers using accounting systems and related tools.
- Investigate account discrepancies, trace the source of issues, and prepare necessary corrections to keep records aligned.
- Support month-end accounting activities, including general ledger reconciliation and other assigned closing tasks.
- Classify financial documents using appropriate expenditure and accounting codes to ensure proper recording and reporting.
- Prepare statements, summaries, and other reports by gathering information from multiple accounting sources.
- Provide administrative and project support for additional accounting assignments, budget monitoring, and special projects as needed.
- At least 2 years of experience in an accounting, accounts payable, or related clerical finance role.
- Hands-on experience with accounts payable functions and strong data entry accuracy.
- Ability to work with Microsoft Excel and learn or use accounting software effectively.
- Solid attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Understanding of basic accounting principles, including invoice processing, payment application, and account reconciliation.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in Accounting is preferred.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team-oriented environment.