Accounts Payable Clerk

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a team in Rancho Cucamonga, California on a Contract basis. This position supports a fast-paced accounts payable function where accuracy, timeliness, and careful review of financial documents are essential. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with invoice processing and payment support, along with the ability to work effectively across accounting and operational teams.

Responsibilities:

• Review and process a large volume of vendor invoices while ensuring entries are accurate and completed within established timelines.
• Verify billing documents through three-way matching by comparing purchase orders, invoices, and receiving records before payment approval.
• Investigate payment issues, pricing differences, and invoice exceptions, then coordinate with vendors and internal departments to resolve them.
• Maintain organized accounts payable files and ensure supporting documentation is complete, current, and easy to retrieve.
• Assist with scheduled payment cycles, including check runs and other disbursement activities, in accordance with internal controls.
• Contribute to account reconciliations and month-end close tasks related to accounts payable balances and transactions.
• Partner with purchasing, receiving, and accounting staff to help keep invoice approvals and payments moving efficiently.
• Provide support for accounts payable activities connected to accounting system updates or process changes as needed.
• Prior experience in accounts payable within a high-volume processing environment.
• Working knowledge of three-way matching and standard invoice validation procedures.
• Ability to code invoices accurately and support check run preparation.
• Experience handling vendor inquiries and resolving invoice discrepancies in a detail-oriented manner.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting or ERP systems.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for collaboration across departments.