Accounts payable clerk

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a transport-focused nonprofit organization in San Antonio, Texas. This Contract position will support day-to-day payables operations, partner closely with branch-level accounting staff, and assist leadership with accurate financial processing and reconciliations. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment in expense coding, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities:

• Review invoices submitted by branch locations to confirm accurate expense classification and proper supporting details.
• Enter office-related and employee benefits invoices into the accounting records with a high level of accuracy.
• Assign charges to the correct general ledger accounts and maintain consistency across transactions.
• Upload and post approved invoices into the company’s accounting platform in a timely manner.
• Process vendor payments through check runs and provide required payment information to the appropriate parties.
• Prepare cost allocations for shared or companywide expenses as needed.
• Complete monthly reconciliations for bank and clearing accounts, including customer- and carrier-related balances.
• Record selected entries related to driver commissions and other assigned accounting transactions.
• Support a safe workplace by following company policies and established procedures, while assisting with additional duties as business needs change.
• At least 3 years of accounts payable experience, including invoice entry, coding, and payment processing.
• Working knowledge of general ledger account allocation, invoice auditing, and account reconciliation practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a service-oriented approach to internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to stay organized, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy in time-sensitive situations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience using Excel formulas for analysis and reporting is preferred.
• Familiarity with Great Plains accounting software is strongly preferred.
• Detail-oriented, proactive attitude with a sharp eye for detail and dependable follow-through.