Accounts Payable Clerk

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a construction-focused organization in Salt Lake City, Utah. This position plays an important role in keeping payment operations organized, accurate, and on schedule while supporting the broader accounting function. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working with invoice documentation, and able to communicate effectively with vendors and internal teams.

Responsibilities:

• Manage accounts payable records by maintaining organized financial spreadsheets, tracking data, and updating payment information as needed.
• Review incoming vendor invoices for accuracy, confirm supporting documentation, and assign the appropriate accounting codes before processing.
• Enter and process invoices in a timely manner to help ensure payments are completed according to established deadlines and terms.
• Coordinate recurring payment activity by preparing weekly check runs as well as electronic and wire payments.
• Compare vendor statements against internal records, investigate discrepancies, and work with suppliers and internal departments to resolve outstanding issues.
• Monitor open payables to help maintain current aging schedules and prevent late or missed payments.
• Respond to vendor questions related to invoice status, payment timing, and account balances in a clear and timely manner.
• Contribute to month-end accounting tasks by assisting with reconciliations, accrual support, and other closing activities.
• Provide additional support to accounting and finance operations, including collaboration with inventory and cost accounting functions.
• Recommend practical improvements to accounts payable workflows to strengthen efficiency, accuracy, and overall process consistency.
• Prior experience in accounts payable, invoice handling, or a related accounting support role.
• Working knowledge of invoice coding, payment processing, and accounts payable recordkeeping.
• Experience preparing check runs and coordinating electronic or wire-based vendor payments.
• Ability to review financial documentation carefully and identify discrepancies or missing information.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for working with vendors and internal teams.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and accounting systems used to track invoices and payment activity.