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Robert Half Accounts Payable Clerk in Nicholasville, Kentucky
Description
We are in search of an Accounts Payable Clerk to augment our team in Nicholasville, Kentucky. The role focuses on the processing and reviewing of vendor invoices, ensuring they are accurate and properly coded. As an Accounts Payable Clerk, your tasks will involve maintaining compliance with sales tax regulations, preparing and processing electronic payments, and collaborating with internal departments to resolve invoice discrepancies.
Responsibilities:
Process and review high-volume vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy and proper coding.
Perform 3-way match (purchase order, receipt, and invoice) to verify and approve payments.
Reconcile accounts payable transactions and resolve discrepancies with vendors.
Maintain compliance with sales tax regulations, including verifying tax rates and ensuring proper application.
Prepare and process electronic payments, check runs, and wire transfers.
Collaborate with internal departments to resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure timely approvals.
Assist with month-end closing by reconciling accounts payable reports and preparing journal entries as needed.
Maintain accurate vendor records and support audits by providing necessary documentation.
Continuously improve AP processes and contribute to efficiency initiatives.
Requirements
Qualifications & Skills:
3+ years of experience in an accounts payable role.
Proficiency with 3-way matching and invoice processing.
Strong knowledge of Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.) and experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar).
Experience handling sales tax compliance and reporting.
Ability to process high volumes of invoices with accuracy and efficiency.
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
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