Robert Half is seeking an Accounts Payable (A/P) Clerk to join a team of highly skilled professionals in a stimulating work environment. The candidate in this role will work closely with and report to the Accounting Manager. Other responsibilities include attending to the general administrative needs of the AP/Finance Department,. Matching and batching code, resolving A/P issues, processing expense reports, updating and reconciling sub-ledger to G/L and processing checks are integral functions for this position. Are you looking for a position that offers quick career growth? Contact us today to find out how you can scale the career leader on a flourishing team. Located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the Accounts Payable Clerk will be a position.<br><br>What you get to do every single day<br><br>- Manage customer service tasks for internal business partners<br><br>- Help with internal and external audits as required<br><br>- Execute daily processes and controls accurately and in a timely manner; ensuring compliance with company policies<br><br>- Complete full-cycle A/P<br><br>- Handle administrative tasks for the AP/Finance Department<br><br>- Manage the process of verifying, logging, and mailing checks, including expediting special handling<br><br>- Handle daily department mail by opening, sorting, and distributing it<br><br>- Perform special projects as assigned<br><br>- Ensure invoices, checks, and other documents are properly sorted, logged, scanned, and filed
<p><strong>Accounts Payable Associate – Join a Fun, Growing Team!</strong></p><p><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></p><p> Our client, a large and rapidly expanding distributor, is seeking an <strong>Accounts Payable Associate</strong> to join their energetic and team-oriented accounting department. This role plays a key part in ensuring that invoices are processed accurately, payments are made on time, and vendor relationships are maintained with professionalism and care. You’ll work closely with accounting leadership and have opportunities for growth and advancement based on performance.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><p> <em>Invoice Processing & Issue Resolution (55%)</em></p><ul><li>Accurately process vendor invoices, ensuring correct coding, approvals, and payment terms.</li><li>Identify and resolve discrepancies with the purchasing and distribution teams.</li><li>Support inventory and procurement teams with transaction reviews and reconciliations.</li></ul><p><em>Stakeholder Communication (25%)</em></p><ul><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve outstanding credits or balances.</li><li>Assist in weekly payment runs and maintain excellent vendor communication.</li><li>Manage the shared Accounts Payable inbox and respond to inquiries with a service-oriented mindset.</li><li>Provide reliable support to leadership on routine and special payment activities.</li></ul><p><em>Month-End Close & Compliance (10%)</em></p><ul><li>Prepare and record entries for month-end and year-end close processes.</li><li>Assist with audits and internal reporting requests.</li><li>Maintain organized documentation for compliance and accuracy.</li></ul><p><em>Continuous Improvement & Special Projects (10%)</em></p><ul><li>Recommend process enhancements to improve speed, accuracy, and visibility.</li><li>Participate in special initiatives and cross-functional projects.</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration please call Jeff Sokolowski at (248)365-6131 or apply today. </p>
Key Responsibilities:<br>• AP/AR transaction posting and reconciliations<br>• Bank reconciliations<br>• Expense coding and credit card reconciliation<br>• Vendor statement reconciliation<br>• Asset management (building, vehicles, fuel, and supply cost audits)<br>• Identifying posting errors through financial understanding<br>• Audit support (documentation requests and testing)<br>• Month-end close support<br>• Maintaining fixed asset register and depreciation tracking<br>• Employee and credit card expense reconciliation<br>• Assisting in preparation of basic journal entries<br>• Preparing simple financial schedules for controller review<br>• Handling basic delinquent collections follow-up<br>• Preparing aging reports for AR/AP<br>• Assisting in cost allocation for departments<br>• Supporting data clean-up for SAP or ERP systems<br>• Assisting with budget preparation and analysis<br>Desired Profile:<br>• 2–4 years of direct bookkeeping or accounting experience (AP/AR, reconciliations, expense tracking)<br>• Demonstrated audit and budget experience preferred<br>• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve posting errors<br>• Proficient in Excel; prior ERP/accounting software experience (SAP/QuickBooks/other) is strongly valued. SAP is a experience is a plus. <br>• Self-motivated, organized, and reliable — able to manage recurring tasks with accuracy and timeliness<br>• Positive, eager-to-learn attitude with the interest and capacity to grow into expanded financial responsibilities over time<br>This person will work closely with me as Controller, so reliability and accuracy are critical. The goal is to find someone who can fully own the bookkeeping seat today while having the potential for development into broader financial responsibilities.
