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We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support a busy construction business in Monmouth County, NJ. This role is ideal for someone who can handle a fast-moving invoice workload while maintaining accuracy in job costing and payment documentation. The successful candidate will work closely with vendors, project teams, and internal staff to keep accounts payable operations organized, timely, and compliant.
Job Responsibility
Manage a large volume of incoming invoices and enter them accurately within required timelines
Compare vendor billing against purchase orders and subcontract documentation to confirm proper support before payment
Assign charges to the correct jobs, cost categories, and general ledger accounts to maintain reliable financial reporting
Examine subcontractor billings, including retainage amounts, to verify payment accuracy
Investigate and resolve billing issues by coordinating with vendors, project managers, and internal departments
Track down outstanding approvals, missing paperwork, and other items that may delay payment processing
Prepare weekly payment activity, including checks and electronic disbursements, in accordance with company procedures
Maintain orderly financial files and documentation so records remain complete and ready for audit review
Provide additional administrative and accounting support to the office as business needs require
Requirements
At least 1 year of accounts payable experience, with construction industry exposure preferred
Demonstrated ability to process invoices in a high-volume environment with strong attention to detail
Working knowledge of purchase orders, subcontract billing, job cost allocation, and retainage concepts
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Outlook for daily communication and reporting tasks
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to follow-up
Ability to balance multiple assignments, stay on schedule, and meet deadlines in a busy setting
Nice to have
Construction industry exposure preferred
What we offer
Great Medical Benefits available
Paid Time Off
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance