Accounts Payable Clerk

Accounts Payable Clerk

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support a busy finance team in North Charleston, South Carolina. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced setting and can manage a high volume of invoices with accuracy and consistency. The person in this role will help keep payment operations running smoothly while maintaining strong communication with vendors and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Process a large weekly volume of vendor invoices, ensuring each item is entered accurately and routed for proper approval.

• Compare invoices against purchase orders, receipts, and supporting records to confirm charges are valid and complete.

• Coordinate scheduled payments through approved methods such as checks, electronic transfers, and wires while following company guidelines.

• Investigate billing questions, respond to vendor concerns, and resolve payment discrepancies in a timely and thorough manner.

• Reconcile accounts payable activity and help identify inconsistencies before they affect month-end reporting.

• Support closing activities by preparing payable-related reports, account details, and journal entry information as needed.

• Maintain well-organized financial records so documentation is current, accessible, and audit-ready.

• Contribute ideas that improve efficiency within the accounts payable workflow and assist with updates to tools or processes when required.

• At least 2 years of experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role.

• Proven ability to handle high-volume invoice processing with strong attention to detail.

• Hands-on experience with invoice coding, payment processing, and check runs.

• Familiarity with accounting platforms such as Sage Intacct; experience with ServiceTitan and Microsoft Office is a plus.

• Working knowledge of accounts payable controls, reconciliations, and documentation practices.

• Solid communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with vendors and internal departments.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred, but not required.

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