Accounts Payable Clerk

Robert Half • Frankfort, KY • 2h ago

Description

For immediate consideration contact Lisa James at (859)788-3684

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to support core accounting operations with a strong emphasis on accounts payable, account reconciliations, and month-end close. This role plays a key part in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data while maintaining efficient AP processes and resolving discrepancies.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

Oversee full-cycle accounts payable processing, including invoice review, coding, approvals, and payment execution

Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices and expense reports

Maintain vendor relationships and respond to inquiries in a professional, timely manner

Monitor AP aging and proactively address outstanding items

Identify opportunities to improve AP workflows, controls, and efficiency

Reconciliations

Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations, with a focus on AP, accruals, and prepaid accounts

Investigate and resolve discrepancies, variances, and unreconciled items

Maintain clear and organized supporting documentation for all reconciliations

Partner cross-functionally to ensure accuracy of financial data across systems

General Accounting

Support month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and accruals

Assist in financial reporting and analysis as needed

Support internal and external audit requests related to AP and reconciliations

Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

3+ years of accounting experience, with strong exposure to accounts payable and reconciliations

Proficiency in Excel and accounting systems (ERP experience preferred)

Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Preferred Skills

Experience improving or streamlining AP processes

Exposure to multi-entity or high-volume environments

Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset

al audits. Moreover, the candidate must have strong interpersonal skills and possess a strong business acumen.

Responsibilities

Create ad-hoc reports for various business needs

Prepare tax documents

Compile and analyze financial statements

Manage budgeting and forecasting

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Ability to interpret and analyze financial statements and periodicals

Fluency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

Requirements - Degree in Accounting.

At least 1 year of experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting role.

Working knowledge of invoice processing, weekly payment cycles, account reconciliation, vendor file maintenance, and general ledger support.

Familiarity with Workday, Legal Tracker, QuickBooks, and basic Microsoft Excel functions.

Understanding of double-entry accounting principles and standard accounting policies.

Strong numerical accuracy and close attention to detail when handling financial records.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with colleagues, banking contacts, and external partners.

Ability to manage competing priorities independently, meet deadlines, and escalate issues appropriately when risks arise.

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