Temporary Accounts Payable Clerk

AP Professionals is working with an organization in their search to find a Temporary Accounts Payable Clerk to perform a variety of clerical accounting functions in accordance with standard procedures in general accounting and AP. This is a long term contract position!

• Prepare invoices to be entered into an automated system; reviews invoices for accuracy and sending for electronic approvals
• Process invoices in the Great Plains Accounting System
• Process purchase order invoices and project invoices
• Review reports and statements; respond to questions and requests for payment status
• Contact vendors as needed; provide customer service to our vendors
• Provide information for various tax filings
• Communicate with other departments and regional personnel
• Prepare and participate in internal and external audits
• Maintain and keep vendor files up to date
• Compile, audit, and report accounts payable data as necessary
• Assist in the closing and auditing of monthly, quarterly, and yearly subsidiary general ledger accounts
• Perform other accounting duties, as required

• Associates Degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting preferred

• 1-2 years experience with Accounts Payable

• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Must be organized, detail-oriented, analytical, and able to work independently
• Strong personal computer skills, with an emphasis in Microsoft Excel and Great
• Plains or other accounting software