JOB TYPE: Direct Hire
LOCATION: Princeton, NJ
REMOTE / ONSITE: Onsite
POSTED: Oct 10, 2024
Our client is a leading construction company with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget. We specialize in commercial, residential, and industrial construction projects. Their team is committed to excellence, safety, and continuous improvement. They are currently looking to add an Accounts Payable Clerk to their team. If you are a motivated individual with a strong background in accounts payable and are looking to join a dynamic construction company, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter for consideration.
Salary/Hourly Rate:
$25/hr – $28/hr
Position Overview:
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and organized part-time Accounts Payable Clerk to join the Accounting team. The ideal candidate for the Accounts Payable Clerk role will have experience in accounts payable processes, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has experience with 3-way matching and manually processing invoices.
Responsibilities of the Accounting Payable Clerk:
- Check requests and invoices, and review them.
- Code, classify, and align invoices.
- Prepare invoices for payment.
- Upload and enter invoice data into the system.
- Keep tabs on spending and handle expenditure reports.
- Assemble and carry out check runs.
- Reconcile the transactions for accounts payable.
- Ensure that payments get processed on time by keeping an eye on accounts.
- Investigate and resolve problems with invoice discrepancies.
- Continually update vendor files.
- Respond to inquiries and correspond with vendors.
- Assist with month-end closing.
Qualifications for the Accounts Payable Clerk:
- Proven working experience as an Accounts Payable Clerk or similar role.
- Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting principles.
- Proven ability to calculate, post, and manage accounting figures and financial records.
- Data entry skills along with a knack for numbers.
- Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and proprietary software.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) is a plus.
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Education Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Associate’s degree in Accounting or a related field is preferred.
Benefits:
- Flexible working hours.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Friendly and supportive work environment.
- Potential for growth within the company.
EOE/M/F/D/V/SO