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Accounts Payable Clerk

Robert Half

Edgewood, MD 21040-1102 • $23.71 to $25.98 / hr • 10/1/2026

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk for a Long-term Contract basis. In this role, you will support day-to-day payables operations by reviewing vendor billing, entering financial data accurately, and helping maintain organized accounting records. This opportunity is well suited for someone who is detail-oriented, comfortable working with purchase orders and general ledger coding, and able to keep pace with recurring transaction volumes while meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities:

• Process vendor invoices accurately and on schedule, ensuring supporting documentation is complete before entry.

• Match incoming invoices to purchase orders and related records to confirm pricing, quantities, and approvals.

• Assign appropriate general ledger codes and enter payables data into the accounting system with a high level of accuracy.

• Prepare payment-related documentation, including vouchers and check run support, while maintaining proper records.

• Review accounts payable activity for discrepancies and assist with resolving issues by responding to internal and external inquiries.

• Post accounting entries and help maintain ledgers and journals associated with payables transactions.

• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable, invoice processing, or a closely related accounting support role.

• Practical experience entering vendor invoices, coding invoices, and supporting check run activities.

• Working knowledge of purchase order matching, general ledger coding, and journal entry preparation.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Outlook.

• Experience using an ERP/accounting platform.

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to manage multiple transactions within deadlines.