Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team near Fair Lawn, New Jersey. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a vital role in ensuring financial accuracy and supporting smooth operations within the accounts payable function. This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about maintaining organized and efficient processes.
Responsibilities:
• Process vendor invoices, expense reports, and check requests with precision and adherence to deadlines.
• Verify invoice approvals, coding, and supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Reconcile vendor statements and address billing discrepancies effectively.
• Maintain organized accounts payable files and ensure all records are audit-ready.
• Prepare weekly payment batches, including checks, ACH transfers, and wire payments.
• Assist with month-end close processes, such as accruals and financial reporting.
• Communicate professionally with vendors, internal teams, and other entities to resolve payment-related issues.
• Perform account reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of disbursements, advances, and refunds.
• Generate detailed reports on fee advances, aging accounts, and recovery progress.
• Support process improvement initiatives and contribute to financial projects as needed.
• Proven experience in accounts payable functions, including invoice processing and coding.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions like pivot tables and VLOOKUP.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in financial transactions.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic work environment.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with vendors and internal teams.
• Familiarity with preparing payment batches and reconciling accounts.
• Experience with month-end close processes and financial reporting.
• Strong organizational skills to manage files and maintain audit-ready documentation.