AP Clerk

Aston Carter; United States; Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to join our accounting team in a hybrid on-site/remote setup in Marriottsville, MD, with potential for permanent employment. You will manage vendor invoices, match to POs, process payments, and support month-end close in a collaborative finance group.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (or GED), 0–2 years in accounting or AP, and proficiency in Excel. Experience with ERP systems is a plus; strong attention to detail is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable, data entry, or administration.
• Experience with accounting software or ERP systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Verify and enter vendor invoices into the accounting system.
• Match invoices with purchase orders and supporting documentation.
• Assist with preparing weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and payment issues.
• Communicate with vendors regarding payment status and account inquiries.
• Maintain accurate vendor files and records.
• Reconcile vendor statements and identify outstanding items.
• Support month-end close activities, including invoice accruals and reporting.
• Assist with expense report processing and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.
• Perform data entry and administrative support for the accounting department as needed.

Skills

Accounts payable & invoice processing

Data entry

Microsoft Excel

Vendor communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred

Tools

Accounting software/ERP

Job description

Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Description

We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our accounting team. This role involves managing vendor invoices, ensuring compliance with accounting procedures, and supporting various financial activities. This is a hybrid position with potential for permanent employment.

Responsibilities

• Verify and enter vendor invoices into the accounting system.
• Match invoices with purchase orders and supporting documentation.
• Assist with preparing weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and payment issues.
• Communicate with vendors regarding payment status and account inquiries.
• Maintain accurate vendor files and records.
• Reconcile vendor statements and identify outstanding items.
• Support month-end close activities, including invoice accruals and reporting.
• Assist with expense report processing and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.
• Perform data entry and administrative support for the accounting department as needed.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in accounts payable and invoice processing.
• Strong data entry skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication skills for vendor interactions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable, data entry, or administration.
• Experience with accounting software or ERP systems is a plus.

Work Environment

This position requires on-site training in Marriottsville, MD, with the potential to transition to a hybrid work schedule of three days on-site and two days remote. The work environment is supportive, offering opportunities for growth and potential conversion to a permanent position.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Marriottsville, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Marriottsville,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.