Accounts Payable Clerk

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day invoice and payment activities for a company in the Oil & Gas exploration and production industry. This Contract position is based onsite in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and is well suited for someone who is accurate, organized, and comfortable working with high-volume financial transactions. The person in this role will help keep vendor payments on track, maintain orderly records, and work with internal teams to resolve discrepancies efficiently.

Responsibilities:

• Review incoming supplier invoices for completeness and accuracy before entering them into the payment workflow.
• Enter vendor invoice details into the accounting system with a strong focus on precision and timeliness.
• Match invoices to supporting documentation, code transactions appropriately, and prepare items for approval.
• Reconcile vendor statements and research discrepancies to ensure account balances are correct.
• Communicate with managers and internal stakeholders to address payment questions and resolve accounts payable issues.
• Process employee expense submissions and assist with routine payment-related documentation.
• Support the accounts payable cycle by preparing checks and helping maintain accurate subledger records aligned with the general ledger.
• Sort incoming correspondence, distribute documents to the appropriate parties, and maintain organized filing systems for financial records.
• 1-2 years of accounts payable experience or comparable accounting support experience.
• College degree in accounting or equivalent related experience.
• Strong data entry and 10-key skills with a high level of accuracy.
• Familiarity with computerized accounting software and general invoice processing systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow established procedures consistently.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Well-developed organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a structured environment.