Accounts Payable Clerk

Location: Brooklyn, New York (Onsite)

Job Type: 3 month (Contract-to-Hire)

Pay rate: $28-$30/hour (depending on experience)

The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for supporting the organization’s payable functions, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, maintaining vendor relationships, and contributing to the overall financial health of the organization. This role requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to maintaining financial accuracy and compliance.

Key Responsibilities of an Accounts Payable Clerk:

• Review, verify, and process invoices for payment.
• Ensure all invoices are approved according to organizational policies.
• Prepare and execute payments (checks, ACH, wire transfers) to vendors and service providers.
• Ensure timely and accurate disbursement of funds.
• Maintain positive relationships with vendors.
• Address and resolve any payment-related inquiries or discrepancies.
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions and ensure that accounts are balanced with the general ledger.
• Maintain organized and accurate financial records, including filing invoices, payment records, and correspondence.
• Assist in the preparation and processing of employee expense reports.
• Ensure all accounts payable activities comply with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
• Stay updated on changes in laws and regulations affecting accounting practices.
• Assist in month-end closing activities, including preparing journal entries and reconciling accounts.
• Provide support during internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Assist the Finance Manager in preparing reports and summaries of accounts payable activities.
• Work closely with the finance team and other departments to ensure smooth financial operations and support organizational goals.

Minimum Qualifications of an Accounts Payable Clerk:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of accounts payable or general accounting experience.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity.

Note: We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.