Accounts Payable Clerk

Robert Half • Cheektowaga, NY • 2h ago

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day payment operations for a Contract position based in Cheektowaga, New York. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and confident handling a high volume of invoices with accuracy. The selected candidate will help keep vendor payments on schedule while maintaining reliable financial records and consistent processing standards.

Responsibilities:

Review incoming invoices, assign the correct accounting codes, and prepare them for timely entry into the payment workflow.

Process accounts payable transactions accurately while ensuring supporting documentation is complete and aligned with company procedures.

Coordinate scheduled check runs and confirm approved payments are issued within established deadlines.

Verify invoice details against purchase records or other backup materials to resolve discrepancies before payment.

Maintain organized payable files and update records so transaction histories are easy to track and audit.

Communicate with internal teams and vendors to answer payment questions and follow up on outstanding items. Requirements - Experience supporting accounts payable functions in a fast-paced business environment.

Working knowledge of invoice coding, invoice entry, and payment processing procedures.

Ability to manage check runs with strong attention to timing and accuracy.

Solid data entry skills and a high level of precision when handling financial information.

Comfortable reviewing documents, identifying discrepancies, and following through on corrections.

Strong organizational and communication skills to work effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders.

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