We are offering a long-term contract employment opportunity for an Accounts Payable Clerk in San Diego, California. The role involves supporting the finance department in a project to track grant funding, with tasks that include handling full-cycle accounts payable and processing a high volume of invoices monthly.

Responsibilities
• Efficiently manage the full cycle of accounts payable
• Process a large volume of invoices on a monthly basis
• Execute check runs every month
• Utilize Financial Edge and proprietary systems, with training provided
• Maintain a detail-oriented approach to all tasks
• Proactively seek additional work when current tasks are completed
• Stay focused on tasks without personal distractions, such as phone use
• Ensure reliability and commitment to the role's office hours from 8AM to 5PM.

• Proven experience as an Accounts Payable Clerk or in a similar role

• Proficiency in using Accounts Payable (AP) software

• Strong understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting principles

• Demonstrated ability to calculate, post, and manage accounting figures and financial records

• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail

• Proficient data entry skills

• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion

• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Relevant certification in Accounting or Finance is a plus

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