Accounts Payable Clerk

Opal Collection; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Travel discounts

Job summary

Opal Collection in Portsmouth, NH seeks a full-time Accounts Payable Clerk to join our in-person finance team. The role focuses on accurate invoice processing, data entry, and resolving discrepancies while supporting month-end close and ad-hoc accounting projects.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years AP experience, a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent), strong Excel skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field is preferred (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of relevant Accounts Payable experience
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Enhanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment
• Positive, professional attitude
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Perform invoice processing and enter data into accounting software
• Review and verify entries for accuracy and completeness
• Research and resolve discrepancies involving invoices, payments, vendor accounts, expenses, and general ledger activity
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities
• Help improve processes, reporting, documentation, and workflow within the Accounts Payable function
• Maintain organized digital and physical financial records
• Coordinate with internal and external parties to obtain information and resolve issues
• Support the accounting team with additional administrative and financial projects as needed

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Prioritization

Team oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Office Suite

Job description

A well-established hospitality management company in Portsmouth, NH is seeking a full-time, experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join our in-person team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accounting professional seeking exposure to complex AP operations, research, review, and project-based work.

As an Accounts Payable Clerk within our organization, you’ll gain valuable experience across a broad range of AP and financial operations. In addition to core AP responsibilities, the ideal candidate will serve as a trusted extension of the department, with the ability to investigate and resolve complicated transactions, research discrepancies, organize financial information, and independently manage ad-hoc assignments. This position is well suited for someone who enjoys working with data but also wants their role to extend beyond routine transaction processing.

We offer a supportive, collaborative team environment with opportunities for mentorship, skill development, and professional growth.

What You’ll Do as an Accounts Payable Clerk

• Perform invoice processing and enter data into accounting software
• Review and verify entries for accuracy and completeness
• Research and resolve discrepancies involving invoices, payments, vendor accounts, expenses, and general ledger activity
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities
• Help improve processes, reporting, documentation, and workflow within the Accounts Payable function
• Maintain organized digital and physical financial records
• Coordinate with internal and external parties to obtain information and resolve issues
• Support the accounting team with additional administrative and financial projects as needed

What We’re Looking For in an Accounts Payable Clerk

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of relevant Accounts Payable experience
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Enhanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment
• Positive, professional attitude
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay (based on experience)
• 401(k)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Travel discounts

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.