Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support daily financial operations for a busy organization in Cheektowaga, New York. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing high-volume invoice activity with accuracy and consistency. The person in this role will help maintain timely payment processes while contributing to the overall efficiency of the accounting function.
Responsibilities:
- Review incoming invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper supporting documentation before processing.
- Assign correct accounting codes to vendor invoices and enter payment details into the appropriate system.
- Prepare and support routine check runs to ensure vendors are paid on schedule.
- Reconcile invoice records and resolve discrepancies by coordinating with internal departments and external vendors.
- Maintain organized accounts payable files and ensure documentation is accessible for audits and reporting needs.
- Monitor payment timelines and follow established procedures to keep transactions current and compliant.
- Assist with general accounts payable activities that improve workflow efficiency and reporting accuracy.
- Prior experience working in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role.
- Hands-on ability to process invoices accurately in a high-volume environment.
- Experience applying accounting codes to invoices and maintaining organized payment records.
- Familiarity with preparing check runs and supporting timely vendor payments.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve invoice discrepancies.
- Good organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with vendors and internal teams.