Accounts Payable Clerk

Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Description

The Accounts Payable Clerk will accurately process high volumes of invoices, verify invoice details, and maintain vendor records while supporting efficient purchase order and payment workflows. This role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, and proficiency with SAP or similar systems and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process and post a high volume of invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Verify invoice details, including amounts, terms, and supporting documentation, to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal policies.
• Perform three-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receipts to validate transactions before payment.
• Maintain and update vendor records, ensuring that all vendor information remains accurate and current.
• Monitor and resolve discrepancies related to invoices, purchase orders, and vendor accounts.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to obtain approvals, clarify invoice issues, and support smooth payment processing.
• Utilize SAP or similar accounting systems to enter, track, and reconcile accounts payable transactions.
• Work within spreadsheets and create simple formulas in Excel to support reporting, tracking, and reconciliation activities.
• Support general accounts payable and office tasks as needed, effectively managing multiple responsibilities and priorities.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of experience processing over 100 invoices per week or at least 3 years of experience in an office manager role handling multiple responsibilities and multitasking.
• At least 3 years of vendor maintenance experience, including setting up and updating vendor accounts.
• At least 3 years of experience performing three-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receipts.
• Proficiency using SAP or a comparable accounting system for accounts payable activities.
• Ability to navigate spreadsheets and create simple formulas in Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data entry and verification.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills to work with internal stakeholders and external vendors.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a role that requires wearing multiple hats and managing diverse administrative or financial tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and prioritize work effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to resolving invoice and vendor issues.
• Comfort working within structured processes and following established accounts payable procedures.

Work Environment

This is an onsite position in a professional office setting. The Accounts Payable Specialist works primarily with SAP or similar accounting software and Excel to manage and track accounts payable activities.

This is a Contract position based out of Carlisle, PA.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $23.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Carlisle,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.