We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support a manufacturing organization in Youngstown, Ohio during a critical coverage period within the accounting team. This contract opportunity offers the chance to contribute immediately in a fast-paced environment while building toward a longer-term role for a strong performer. The position focuses on maintaining smooth invoice and payment operations, partnering with internal teams, and helping the department stay on schedule with daily financial tasks.
Responsibilities:
- Handle incoming vendor invoices with accuracy and enter them promptly into the accounts payable workflow.
- Reconcile purchase orders, receipts, and billing documents to confirm that transactions are complete and properly supported.
- Examine invoice coding, authorization, and supporting details to identify and resolve errors before processing.
- Communicate with vendors to address payment inquiries, clarify billing issues, and follow up on discrepancies.
- Work closely with the receiving team and other internal departments to resolve questions tied to deliveries, documentation, and invoice matching.
- Maintain orderly accounts payable files and supporting records so documentation is easy to retrieve and audit-ready.
- Assist with payment cycles, including preparation for check runs and other disbursement activities as needed.
- Provide day-to-day accounting and administrative assistance to help the team meet deadlines during employee leave coverage.
- Prior experience in accounts payable or a related accounting support position.
- Working knowledge of invoice processing, invoice coding, and three-way matching practices.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage a high volume of transactional work accurately.
- Effective organizational skills and the ability to prioritize responsibilities with minimal supervision.
- Comfortable communicating professionally with vendors and internal business partners.
- Proficiency in data entry and general office or accounting systems.
- Spanish and English bilingual communication skills are preferred, but not required.