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Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team near Fair Lawn, New Jersey. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a vital role in ensuring financial accuracy and supporting smooth operations within the accounts payable function. This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about maintaining organized and efficient processes.

Responsibilities:

• Process vendor invoices, expense reports, and check requests with precision and adherence to deadlines.

• Verify invoice approvals, coding, and supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance.

• Reconcile vendor statements and address billing discrepancies effectively.

• Maintain organized accounts payable files and ensure all records are audit-ready.

• Prepare weekly payment batches, including checks, ACH transfers, and wire payments.

• Assist with month-end close processes, such as accruals and financial reporting.

• Communicate professionally with vendors, internal teams, and other entities to resolve payment-related issues.

• Perform account reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of disbursements, advances, and refunds.

• Generate detailed reports on fee advances, aging accounts, and recovery progress.

• Support process improvement initiatives and contribute to financial projects as needed.

Requirements • Proven experience in accounts payable functions, including invoice processing and coding.

• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions like pivot tables and VLOOKUP.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in financial transactions.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic work environment.

• Excellent communication skills for interacting with vendors and internal teams.

• Familiarity with preparing payment batches and reconciling accounts.

• Experience with month-end close processes and financial reporting.

• Strong organizational skills to manage files and maintain audit-ready documentation.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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