Accounts Payable Clerk

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Accounts Payable Clerk in Boston, MA 02116

Position Title: Accounts Payable Clerk
Location: Boston, MA 02116
Shift Timing: Mon Friday 40.00 Hours Per Week
Anticipated start date: 1-2 Weeks
Duration: 3 Months contract and the possibility to be extended the contract.
Pay Rate: $29.00 - $31 on W2

Job Overview:

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for managing high-volume vendor invoices and internal vouchers, ensuring accuracy and timely processing in the PeopleSoft A/P module. This role involves effective communication with vendors and internal departments to resolve any discrepancies or issues and maintaining a high level of professionalism in all interactions. The position requires strong attention to detail, adherence to processing deadlines, and the ability to resolve match exceptions. Additionally, the Accounts Payable Specialist will assist with audits and provide vendor summary reports when needed.

Responsibilities:

• Input/key punch large volume of vendor invoices or internal vouchers into the PeopleSoft A/P module while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Communicate to vendors and/or internal functional areas on any invoice/voucher submission that requires further actions before processing in the A/P module.
• Work to resolve match exceptions in conjunction with internal departments to expedite processing and payments to vendors.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and work collaboratively with various operational finance and Procurement staff to resolve problems.
• Respond to each business inquiry whether from an internal customer, vendor, or co-worker in a courteous and professional manner.
• Adhere to processing deadlines as determined by the A/P Supervisor or others.
• Review vendor statements to ensure all invoices are addressed whether processed or not and make the proper communication to the vendor or internal departments on any issues.
• Assist when needed on any audit or other vendor or voucher analysis.
• Communicate to the A/P Supervisor or others as directed on any ongoing issues hindering processing or other business-related issues.
• Prepare vendor summary information on an as-needed basis within the Treasurer Controller department and other departments throughout the Authority.
• Analyze invoices at the time of posting to ensure that purchase order specifications are met and not exceeded.
• Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned.

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) from an accredited institution.
• Three (3) years of experience in accounts payable.
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel, PeopleSoft (or other business ERP software).
• Ability to comprehend, communicate, and respond to instructions and achieve deadlines.
• Effective organizational, analytical, quantitative, and business skills.

Desired:

• A degree in accounting, finance, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• PeopleSoft/Oracle systems experience.

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 230697 when responding to this ad.