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Description We are looking for a meticulous and detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky. This role is focused on ensuring the accurate and efficient handling of accounts payable and receivable processes, as well as providing administrative support to the Finance department. As a long-term contract position, it offers an excellent opportunity for a dedicated individual to contribute to a dynamic environment within the machinery manufacturing industry.

Responsibilities:

• Process accounts payable invoices by uploading, routing, and verifying accuracy through document imaging systems.

• Ensure all invoices are properly authorized and coded, resolving any discrepancies and escalating issues when necessary.

• Manually enter and post invoices into the relevant system when required, adhering to company policies.

• Match purchase order invoices with receipt information and coordinate with appropriate personnel to address discrepancies.

• Monitor invoice progress and take proactive steps to ensure timely posting.

• Distribute finance orders to dealers, follow up to ensure completeness, and escalate issues as needed.

• Perform daily credit limit checks and assist with reporting tasks.

• Track rental dealer account activities, uploading invoices and credit memos to the dealer portal.

• Provide first-level collections support to the finance team when necessary.

• Handle administrative tasks such as responding to dealer requests for document copies and maintaining organized records. Requirements • Proficiency in data entry and mathematical calculations with a high degree of accuracy.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Solid knowledge of bookkeeping principles and accounts payable processes.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Minimum of one year of work experience, preferably in accounts payable.

• Familiarity with Excel and other Office applications.

• Experience with accounting software such as Oracle, QuickBooks, or SAP is a plus.

• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.

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.

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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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