Accounts Payable Clerk

Description We are looking for a skilled Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team on a long-term contract basis in St Louis Earnings Tx, Missouri. In this role, you will handle essential accounts payable functions, ensuring accurate processing, reconciliation, and compliance with company standards. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the financial success of the organization through attention to detail and process improvements. Responsibilities: u2022 Process vendor invoices with precision, ensuring proper coding and adherence to company policies. u2022 Conduct three-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documentation, resolving any discrepancies promptly. u2022 Prepare and execute weekly payment runs, including checks, ACH transfers, and wire payments, following authorization limits. u2022 Reconcile vendor statements against company records, identifying and addressing variances. u2022 Support month-end closing activities by generating accounts payable aging reports, accruals, and reconciliations. u2022 Assist in payroll preparation and reconcile bi-weekly payroll along with associated tax information. u2022 Identify opportunities to improve accounts payable workflows and implement efficiency enhancements. u2022 Provide documentation and respond to inquiries during internal and external audits. u2022 Manage vendor profiles by creating and updating records, ensuring compliance with tax and payment requirements. u2022 Collaborate with vendors to evaluate performance and maintain positive supplier relationships. Requirements u2022 Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounts payable or a related financial role. u2022 Proficiency in invoice processing and coding, including three-way matching practices. u2022 Skilled in preparing payment runs and reconciling vendor statements. u2022 Experience with payroll processing and tax reconciliations. u2022 Strong understanding of business process improvement within financial workflows. u2022 Familiarity with accounting systems and vendor management practices. u2022 Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving and organizational skills. u2022 Effective communication skills to work with vendors and internal teams. Robert Half is the worldu2019s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. u00a9 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking u201cApply Now,u201d youu2019re agreeing to Robert Halfu2019s Terms of Use ( and Privacy Notice (.

Created: 2026-04-01