Description We are offering a contract to hire employment opportunity for an Accounts Payable Clerk in Portsmouth, Virginia. This role is within the government industry where you will be pivotal in managing a range of accounting duties, primarily focusing on the processing of accounts payable.

Responsibilities include:

• Efficiently entering invoices to the correct accounts and issuing checks for payments.

• Conducting regular postings of outgoing payments to the journal.

• Reconciling accounts to bank statements to ensure accuracy.

• Assisting with accounts receivables as and when required.

• Communicating with vendors to confirm payments and address any payment-related queries.

• Utilizing Emphasis software and Microsoft Excel for various accounting processes.

• Ensuring high attention to detail while processing high volumes of data.

• Learning new processes and software quickly to maintain workflow efficiency.

• Maintaining accurate records of customer credit applications.

• Monitoring customer accounts and taking appropriate action when necessary. Requirements • Minimum of three years of experience in an Accounts Payable role within the government sector.

• Proficient in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) procedures.

• Experience in performing Bank Reconciliations and Account Reconciliation.

• Proficient in using Microsoft Excel for accounting purposes.

• Ability to work efficiently in a team and independently.

• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy in work.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is preferred.

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think analytically.

• Ability to meet strict deadlines and work under pressure.

• Knowledge of government regulations related to accounting.

• Proven track record of maintaining precise financial records.

• Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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