Accounts Payable Clerk

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a construction-focused organization in San Ramon, California. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who enjoys fast-paced, high-volume invoice processing and can maintain accuracy across recurring utility payments and vendor transactions. The role supports multiple communities across the Bay Area and requires strong attention to coding, payment tracking, and month-end accounting tasks.

Responsibilities:
• Process a large weekly volume of invoices, including recurring utility bills, with accurate coding and timely submission for payment.
• Review scanned invoice data in Metaviewer, confirm coding details, and route transactions correctly within the accounting workflow.
• Assign invoices to the appropriate cost centers and cost codes while maintaining accuracy across numerous community accounts.
• Assist with month-end close activities by preparing light journal entries and supporting debit and credit posting needs.
• Coordinate utility account transfers or service cutoffs when properties close to ensure billing remains current and accurate.
• Maintain vendor records by setting up new suppliers, updating account details, and organizing invoice documentation.
• Handle payment support tasks such as check requests, void processing, open payable review, and preparation of checks for distribution.
• Compile the weekly payment register, validate transaction details, and submit it for approval before corporate processing.
• Investigate overdue invoices and payment variances by reviewing statements and communicating with internal and external partners to resolve issues.• Hands-on accounts payable experience in a high-volume processing environment.
• Ability to code invoices accurately using cost centers and cost codes.
• Working knowledge of journal entries, debits, and credits.
• Experience supporting check runs, payment requests, and invoice reconciliation activities.
• Familiarity with JD Edwards EnterpriseOne or similar ERP/accounting systems.
• Comfortable using invoice imaging or automated data capture tools such as Metaviewer.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet weekly deadlines and month-end timelines.