Accounts Payable Clerk

Robert Half • Berkeley, CA • 8h ago

Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support a non-profit organization in Berkeley, California through accurate and timely management of day-to-day payables activity. This hybrid opportunity is a Long-term Contract position suited for someone who can handle high-volume processing, research prior transactions when issues arise, and adapt quickly to evolving systems and workflows. The role offers a consistent weekday schedule and is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing routine execution with problem-solving.

This position is based onsite in Berkeley, California.

Responsibilities:

Process vendor invoices with accuracy and timeliness, ensuring charges are coded correctly and routed in line with established procedures.

Review payment requests for completeness, verify supporting documentation, and follow up on discrepancies before submission.

Prepare and support check run activities while helping maintain reliable payment schedules for vendors and internal stakeholders.

Investigate historical transactions, resolve outstanding invoice or payment issues, and reconcile retroactive adjustments when needed.

Maintain organized accounts payable records and update data carefully to support audit-ready documentation.

Collaborate with team members and business partners to answer payment-related questions and resolve exceptions efficiently.

Adapt to updates in systems, processes, or priorities while continuing to meet deadlines and service expectations.

Assist with other accounts payable tasks as assigned to support smooth daily financial operations in the Berkeley, California office environment.

Requirements

Hands-on experience in accounts payable, including invoice review, coding, and payment processing.

Working knowledge of check runs and standard procedures for handling vendor payments.

Ability to investigate discrepancies, trace prior transactions, and resolve retroactive payment issues accurately.

Experience using Sage, NetSuite or a comparable accounting system to manage payables activity.

Strong attention to detail with the ability to process a high volume of work while maintaining accuracy.

Comfortable working in a hybrid setting and managing responsibilities within a regular 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM schedule.

Effective communication skills and the ability to coordinate with internal contacts and vendors in a detail-focused manner.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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