Accounts Payable Clerk-Temporary

Arkansas Talent Group • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

Accounts Payable Clerk role handling end-to-end, high-volume invoice processing, manual data entry, and vendor disbursements in a mid to large corporate environment. This position also contributes to continuous process enhancements and automation projects within an SAP-centered accounting landscape. This opportunity is structured as a temporary assignment with the possibility of extension depending on business requirements and individual performance, offering strong exposure to a busy AP function and key automation efforts. Position summary Temporary AP role processing a high volume of vendor invoices, credits, and payments accurately and within established timelines, often handling hundreds of items per week in a mid to large organization. Performs detailed, manual data entry and other transactional tasks while supporting the transition to more automated workflows in a new accounting system during the term of the contract.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of recent accounts payable experience in a high-volume setting within a mid to large organization.
• Proven hands-on background in manual AP processing (data entry, matching, reconciliations) with ease working through large transaction loads.
• Good grasp of core accounting and AP concepts, vendor terms, and payment cycles, combined with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Must be able to begin the assignment immediately upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• SAP accounts payable experience is highly preferred; familiarity with other ERP or AP automation tools is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Receive, verify, code, and input invoices into the AP/ERP platform, confirming correct GL coding, cost centers, tax treatment, and required approvals.
• Execute 2‑way/3‑way matching of purchase orders, receipts, and invoices, troubleshooting discrepancies in coordination with procurement and receiving teams.
• Coordinate and process high-volume payment runs (ACH, wire, check), confirming that all disbursements are properly authorized, accurate, and executed on time.
• Reconcile vendor statements, investigate aged items, and resolve issues such as short payments, price or quantity variances, and potential duplicate billings.
• Keep organized electronic and/or physical records of invoices, payments, and supporting documentation to maintain a clear, audit-ready trail.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed