Accounts Payable Clerk

Robert Half - Colorado Springs, CO

Full-time - Entry Level

Colorado Springs, CO

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

We are offering a short term contract employment opportunity for an Accounts Payable Clerk in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The successful candidate will be part of an established team in the industry, handling a wide range of responsibilities related to accounts payable, from processing payments to managing vendor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the payment cycle including processing, tracking, and reconciliation of payments and expenditures such as payroll, purchase orders, invoices, statements, checks, and refund requisitions.
• Ensure invoices and receipts are approved, sorted, coded, and matched correctly.
• Regularly review and verify billing statements, identifying and rectifying any discrepancies.
• Develop and maintain a system to effectively track accounts payable.
• Liaise with both internal and external clients to ensure efficient client service.
• Monitor vendor payment agreements to identify opportunities for discounts that can be used to reduce invoice amounts.
• Maintain a comprehensive filing system for all financial documents, ensuring confidentiality and security of all financial and employee files.
• Perform administrative and clerical tasks as required.

Requirements

• Proficiency in using Microsoft Excel for data management and analysis
• Expertise in using accounting software such as Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP
• Experience in accounts payable (AP) and account reconciliation
• Ability to perform check runs and coding invoices with precision
• Proficiency in data entry and invoice processing
• Good understanding of financial regulations and procedures
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to spot numerical errors
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan