Accounts Payable Clerk

Aston Carter•Baltimore, MD

1d•$24 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

This part-time Accounts Payable Specialist role focuses on accurately processing a high volume of vendor invoices, maintaining organized accounts payable records, and supporting core accounting operations. You will work on-site, collaborate closely with vendors and internal teams, and contribute to payment processing, reconciliations, and month-end activities.

Requirements

Hands-on accounts payable experience with high-volume invoice processing.
Practical accounting experience and basic accounting knowledge.
Proficiency in invoice processing, including matching invoices to purchase orders and supporting documents.
Strong data entry skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Experience using Microsoft Excel and the broader Microsoft Office Suite for data entry and reporting.
Ability to perform reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in accounts payable transactions.
Effective written and verbal communication skills for interaction with vendors and internal teams.
Strong organizational skills to maintain both electronic and physical accounts payable records.

Nice To Haves

Data entry experience within Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.
An associate degree in Accounting is a plus.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Comfort working with accounting systems and learning new financial software tools.
Strong problem-solving skills when addressing invoice and payment issues.

Responsibilities

Enter and process a high volume of vendor invoices accurately and efficiently.
Verify invoice details, including pricing, quantities, purchase orders, and required approvals.
Match invoices to purchase orders and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Ensure invoices are coded correctly and entered into the accounting system in a timely manner.
Research and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and related inquiries.
Maintain organized electronic and physical accounts payable records.
Communicate with vendors and internal departments regarding invoice status and payment inquiries.
Assist with weekly check runs, ACH payments, and related disbursement activities.
Support month-end closing activities by providing accounts payable information and reconciliations as needed.
Support audits by providing requested documentation, reports, and transaction details.
Perform other administrative and accounting-related duties as assigned to support the finance team.