Accounts Payable Specialist — Hybrid (Remote Mon)

SustainableHR; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

SustainableHR in Madison, Wisconsin is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk for a long-term temporary assignment. The role involves processing vendor invoices, managing payments, posting cash receipts, and supporting financial recordkeeping to keep projects and operations on track.

The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of handling multiple priorities in a professional office setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of Accounts Payable experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant accounting experience.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Review, code, and process vendor invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Prepare and process vendor payments, including check and ACH transactions.
• Record and apply cash receipts to the appropriate customer accounts and projects.
• Deposit incoming checks and maintain accurate deposit documentation.
• Research and resolve invoice, payment, and account discrepancies while responding to vendor and internal inquiries.
• Assist with account reconciliations and cash application adjustments as needed.
• Perform project and financial audits to verify the accuracy and completeness of accounting records.
• Maintain accurate accounting documentation and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Support month-end accounting activities and assist with special projects as assigned.
• Continuously develop knowledge of accounting systems, processes, and best practices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Analytical skills

Communication

Team player

Independent worker

Tools

Excel

Job description

SustainableHR in Madison, Wisconsin is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk for a long-term temporary assignment. The role involves processing vendor invoices, managing payments, posting cash receipts, and supporting financial recordkeeping to keep projects and operations on track.

The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of handling multiple priorities in a professional office setting.