Accounts Payable Clerk

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a plastics manufacturing organization in Aurora, Illinois on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This position is ideal for someone with a solid foundation in invoice handling and payment coordination who enjoys maintaining accurate financial records in a fast-paced environment. The role will support day-to-day payable operations while partnering with internal teams and vendors to keep transactions organized, timely, and compliant.Responsibilities:• Manage the full cycle of vendor invoice and employee expense report processing, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation before approval.• Compare purchase orders, invoices, and supporting records to confirm that payments align with authorized transactions.• Coordinate outgoing payments within established timelines and communicate with vendors to address billing issues or open questions.• Reconcile supplier statements, account activity, and payable balances to maintain clean and accurate financial records.• Review invoices for eligible early-payment opportunities and apply available discounts when appropriate.• Calculate applicable sales tax details on invoices and maintain accurate reporting support for accounting records.• Assist with general accounting activities, including updates to ledger information and routine financial record maintenance.• Contribute to audit preparation, reporting support, and ongoing improvements to accounts payable workflows and administrative processes.• Provide occasional front desk coverage and assist with other finance or office support duties as business needs require.Robert Half offers qualified U.S. contract talent professionals and their dependents access to various benefits. Benefits are available to those who have worked on a job assignment and have received their first paycheck. The company is called American Worker, their number is 855-495-1192, Group #156504• At least 1 year of experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role.• Working knowledge of invoice processing, invoice coding, and three-way matching practices.• Experience supporting payment activities such as check runs and vendor disbursement coordination.• Ability to reconcile account information and identify discrepancies with strong attention to detail.• Familiarity with sales tax handling and accurate financial recordkeeping.• Proficiency with standard accounting systems and Microsoft Office tools, especially spreadsheet applications.• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills in a deadline-driven environment.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.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.