Accounts Payable Clerk

Robert Half • Lexington, KY • 3h ago

Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support a busy construction organization in Lexington, Kentucky. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for someone who brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a consistent approach to managing vendor payments and financial records. The person in this role will help keep accounts payable operations running smoothly by reviewing invoice documentation, resolving payment issues, and maintaining accurate accounting support files.

Responsibilities:

Review vendor invoices against purchase orders and supporting records to confirm accurate pricing, quantities, and approvals before processing

Enter and process a large volume of payable transactions while maintaining accuracy, completeness, and adherence to company guidelines

Assign proper general ledger, department, and cost center coding to invoices so expenses are recorded correctly

Investigate billing differences and work with vendors and internal teams to correct discrepancies in a timely manner

Reconcile supplier statements, identify outstanding issues, and help ensure account balances remain accurate

Respond to vendor questions regarding invoice status, payments, and account activity with professionalism and urgency

Process employee reimbursement requests in accordance with established documentation and approval requirements

Maintain organized tax and payment records, including support for W-9 collection, 1099 reporting, and audit requests

Help ensure transactions are posted in the appropriate accounting period and follow internal controls and approval procedures

Requirements - High school diploma required

1 to 3 years of experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel

Ability to manage detailed financial data with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality

Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize work in a high-volume environment

Experience with invoice coding, account reconciliation, and payment processing

Familiarity with accounting systems such as Oracle, QuickBooks, or SAP is preferred

Effective written and verbal communication skills for working with vendors and internal stakeholders

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