We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in Newark, New Jersey. This is a long-term contract position, offering an excellent opportunity to contribute to a non-profit organization. The right candidate will ensure the seamless processing of vendor invoices, maintain accurate financial records, and support daily payment operations. Responsibilities: • Review and route invoices to the appropriate department accountant for allocation, coding, and approval. • Verify check requests, confirm approver details, and apply date stamps to ensure proper documentation. • Enter vendor invoices into the system after receiving the appropriate coding from the accountant. • Reconcile, edit, and approve daily transaction batches before posting them into the system. • Generate and issue checks according to established payment guidelines once invoices are selected for payment. • Print financial reports and prepare payments on a daily basis. • Conduct monthly reconciliations of vendor accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness. • Maintain organized and up-to-date accounts payable files in compliance with organizational policies and accounting standards. • Verify vendor invoices daily to confirm accuracy and authorization prior to payment processing.

• Proven experience in accounts payable or a similar role. • Proficiency in invoice processing, including coding and check runs. • Strong understanding of accounts payable systems and procedures. • Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage high volumes of transactions. • Organizational skills to maintain accurate financial records and files. • Familiarity with reconciliation processes for vendor accounts. • Effective communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and vendors.

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Newark, NJ
onsite
Temporary
19.95 - 21.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in Newark, New Jersey. This is a long-term contract position, offering an excellent opportunity to contribute to a non-profit organization. The right candidate will ensure the seamless processing of vendor invoices, maintain accurate financial records, and support daily payment operations. Responsibilities: • Review and route invoices to the appropriate department accountant for allocation, coding, and approval. • Verify check requests, confirm approver details, and apply date stamps to ensure proper documentation. • Enter vendor invoices into the system after receiving the appropriate coding from the accountant. • Reconcile, edit, and approve daily transaction batches before posting them into the system. • Generate and issue checks according to established payment guidelines once invoices are selected for payment. • Print financial reports and prepare payments on a daily basis. • Conduct monthly reconciliations of vendor accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness. • Maintain organized and up-to-date accounts payable files in compliance with organizational policies and accounting standards. • Verify vendor invoices daily to confirm accuracy and authorization prior to payment processing.
2025-09-19T15:59:00Z