We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support a non-profit organization in Lexington, Kentucky. This Contract position is ideal for someone with hands-on accounts payable experience who can manage invoice activity accurately and keep documentation organized in a fast-paced accounting environment. The person in this role will help maintain timely payment processing, support reimbursement workflows, and assist with a range of day-to-day accounting tasks.
Essential Duties and Functions
- Process vendor invoices, assign accurate account coding, and enter payable transactions into the appropriate system, including TrinDocs
- Collect and organize supporting documentation needed to validate payable activity and maintain complete records for review
- Prepare and print checks in accordance with payment schedules and internal approval procedures
- Review employee reimbursement submissions for completeness, policy alignment, and proper authorization before payment
- Post journal entries related to accounts payable activity and help keep financial records up to date
- Assist with routine accounting administration, including filing, tracking payment status, and responding to internal inquiries
- Support additional accounts payable tasks as needed to help the accounting team meet deadlines and maintain smooth operations
- At least 1 year of experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role
- Practical experience processing invoices and applying accurate coding to payable transactions
- Familiarity with check runs, payment processing, and maintaining supporting payable documentation
- Ability to review details carefully and handle financial information with a high degree of accuracy
- Comfortable posting basic journal entries and assisting with day-to-day accounting tasks
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Proficiency with accounting systems and standard office software used for financial processing
