Accounts Payable Clerk

Kforce Inc; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Kforce has a client in Tampa, FL seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to handle high-volume vendor invoices and ensure timely payments.

You will match invoices to POs and supporting documents, process check runs, ACHs, and wire transfers, and assist with month-end close. Strong Excel and ERP skills required; knowledge of freight billing is a plus.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of Accounts Payable, Accounting Clerk, or Bookkeeping experience.
• High-volume invoice processing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of freight billing and transportation charges is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume vendor invoices accurately and on time.
• Match invoices with purchase orders, freight bills, receiving documents, and supporting paperwork while ensuring proper GL coding.
• Process weekly check runs, ACH, wire transfers, and other payment methods.
• Reconcile vendor statements, resolve discrepancies, respond to vendor inquiries, maintain AP records, and monitor aging reports to ensure timely payments.
• Support month-end close through accruals and account reconciliations and assist with audits by providing required documentation.
• Review freight, fuel, carrier, warehouse, maintenance, and logistics-related invoices for accuracy.
• Partner with Operations, Dispatch, Procurement, and Finance to resolve invoice issues and support AP process improvements.
• Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as needed

Skills

Accounts Payable

High-volume invoicing

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Prioritize tasks

Freight billing knowledge

Tools

Excel

ERP accounting systems

Job description

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client that is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk in Tampa, FL. Duties:

• Responsible for processing high-volume vendor invoices accurately and on time
• Match invoices with purchase orders, freight bills, receiving documents, and supporting paperwork while ensuring proper GL coding
• Accounts Payable Clerk will process weekly check runs, ACH, wire transfers, and other payment methods
• Reconcile vendor statements, resolve discrepancies, respond to vendor inquiries, maintain AP records, and monitor aging reports to ensure timely payments
• Support month-end close through accruals and account reconciliations and assist with audits by providing required documentation
• Review freight, fuel, carrier, warehouse, maintenance, and logistics-related invoices for accuracy
• As an Accounts Payable Clerk, you will partner with Operations, Dispatch, Procurement, and Finance to resolve invoice issues, maintain compliance with company policies and internal controls, and support AP process improvements
• Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as needed

Requirements

• 1-3 years of Accounts Payable, Accounting Clerk, or Bookkeeping experience
• High-volume invoice processing experience preferred
• Transportation, logistics, trucking, warehousing, or supply chain experience is a plus
• Strong understanding of AP principles and general accounting practices
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP/accounting systems
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, communication, and time management
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of freight billing and transportation charges is preferred

Success Measures

• Accurate, timely invoice processing
• On-time vendor payments
• Reduced invoice discrepancies
• Positive vendor relationships
• Compliance with payment terms and internal controls
• Successful month-end close support

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.