Accounts Payable Clerk

Kelly; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Transit spending account

Paid holidays and sick leave

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Kelly in Saginaw, MI is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk for a 4–6 month contract. You will process vendor payments, code and enter data, reconcile accounts, and respond to vendor inquiries to ensure timely financial operations.

The role requires 3+ years in AP or general accounting, an Associate degree or equivalent experience, and proficiency with Great Plains and MS Office. Benefits and a supportive team environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent accounting experience required.
• Experience with accounting software (Great Plains preferred) and MS Office.
• Strong attention to detail, problem solving and organizing skills.

Responsibilities

• Process daily invoices and payments, including credit card transactions and reimbursements.
• Code and match invoices, maintain documentation and approvals.
• Reconcile accounts payable data and maintain vendor files (W-9s, 1099s).
• Prepare ACH disbursements and issue checks per policy.
• Respond promptly to vendor inquiries and auditor requests.
• Support general accounting needs and document best practices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Independent work

Education

Associate Degree in accounting or equivalent experience

Tools

Great Plains

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you passionate about precise accounting and eager to support a community mission where your work truly matters? Our client in Saginaw Michigan is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive Accounts Payable Clerk for 4-6 months to ensure that their financial commitments to community providers and vendors run seamlessly.

• Pay rate: $22.73 per hour
• Contract Length: 4-6 months

As our Accounts Payable Clerk, you will process vendor payments, manage expense coding and data entry, reconcile accounts, handle routine reporting, and respond professionally to vendor inquiries. You’ll directly support the agency’s culturally competent, person-centered, and trauma-informed care philosophy through accurate and timely financial operations.

What You’ll Do

• Ensure daily processing of invoices, business credit card transactions, and employee expense reimbursements
• Accurately match, code, and process invoices, securing documentation and necessary approvals
• Reconcile accounts payable data and maintain vendor files, including W-9s and 1099 forms
• Produce ACH disbursements and issue checks in accordance with agency policies
• Respond to vendor and auditor inquiries promptly and professionally
• Participate in documenting best financial practices and support general accounting needs

What You Bring

• Associate Degree in accounting, or equivalent experience (3+ years in AP/general accounting)
• Experience with accounting software (Great Plains preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and engage respectfully with diverse individuals

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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