Accounts Payable Clerk

Accting/Fin
Location:Madison, WIHourly: $26.00/hrWork type: Temporary - Full Time
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Job ID: AE4010141031

Job Description

We're partnering with a construction contractor to bring on a Temporary Accounts Payable Clerk. This role supports the accounting team and plays a key part in ensuring timely and accurate vendor invoice processing and payments. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment and values precision and teamwork.

In this role, you'll work closely with the Controller to support full-cycle AP, including purchase order entry, invoice matching and coding, and vendor payments. The ideal fit is someone who has hands-on AP experience beyond data entry, is comfortable working with purchase orders, and understands sales and use tax.

This is a full-time, onsite position. Hours are either 7:00 am – 3:30 pm or 7:30 am – 4:00 pm with a 30-minute lunch. The assignment is expected to run for about three months.  Pay starts at $26+/hr. based on experience.

 
Responsibilities
  • Enter and review purchase orders, ensuring accuracy in job and account postings.
  • Match vendor invoices to purchase orders and properly code invoices without POs.
  • Assist with resolving invoice discrepancies and past-due statements.
  • Process payments via check or ACH, ensuring discount terms are met when available.
  • Provide support to the accounting team as needed.
 
Qualifications
  • Associate degree in Accounting or equivalent experience.
  • 2+ years of AP experience; construction industry experience preferred.
  • Strong understanding of full-cycle AP and two-way matching.
  • Experience with sales and use tax for PO and invoice coding.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work independently.
  • Professional communication skills and the ability to handle confidential information.
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