Accounts Payable Clerk

Accounts Payable Specialist

This position is designed to support the agency's needs by managing the accounts payable process. You will transfer data from invoices and other source documents into a computerized accounting system, ensuring accurate financial records.

Responsibilities:

• Input invoice information into the accounting computer system.
• Manage monthly AMEX/WEX/Credit Card process including ACH Wires.
• Process credit memos and input general ledger entries.
• Coordinate mail meter funding maintenance with the Digital Print Shop Operator.
• Complete monthly general ledger entries for mail meter usage.
• Sort and file open invoices and processed invoices into the filing system.
• Process monthly rent roll payments.
• Complete positive pay procedures with the agency's banking institutions before disbursing issued checks.
• Prepare checks for mailing or coordinate with necessary parties for pickup.
• Respond to vendor issues as needed.
• Create purchase orders and act as a backup to the Lead Accounts Payable.

Essential Skills:

• At least 1+ years of accounts payable experience.
• Ability to work comfortably in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience handling around 200-300 invoices weekly.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data entry accuracy.
• Familiarity with finance and Blackbaud software.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Associate degree in accounting preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1 to 2 years of recent experience in accounts payable required.

Work Environment:

The position is based in an office setting with standard work hours from Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, totaling 35 hours a week. The role offers a six-month contract with potential for hire, and operates within a cause-driven organization.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hartford, Connecticut.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available 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 fully onsite position in Hartford,CT.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2025.