Accounting Clerk (Remote Contract)

Location: Fully Remote
Compensation: $25.00 – $33.00 per hour
Duration: 6-Month Contract with Potential Extension or Permanent Hire

About the Opportunity

Our client is one of the nation's leading academic healthcare systems, recognized for excellence in patient care, research, education, and innovation. This organization serves a large and complex healthcare network and is seeking an experienced Accounting Clerk to join its finance team in a fully remote capacity.

This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys high-volume invoice processing, vendor relationship management, and working within a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Position Summary

The Accounting Clerk will play a critical role in supporting daily AP operations by processing a high volume of invoices, resolving discrepancies, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring timely and accurate payments. The successful candidate will possess strong organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Invoice Processing

• Review, validate, and process 80–100 invoices daily.

• Perform high-volume three-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receipts.

• Maintain daily invoice workflow queues and ensure timely processing.

• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies by collaborating with vendors, purchasing teams, and internal departments.

• Follow established Accounts Payable procedures, controls, and organizational policies.

• Manage vendor accounts and respond to payment inquiries promptly and professionally.

• Maintain AP email inboxes and provide exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders.

• Assist with departmental coverage and special projects as needed.

• Consistently demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and customer-focused service.

Vendor Statement Review & Reconciliation

• Review vendor statements regularly and resolve outstanding issues, including open invoices, credits, and payment holds.

• Reconcile vendor accounts and research discrepancies.

• Strengthen vendor relationships through timely communication and issue resolution.

• Follow up on purchase order discrepancies, RNI (Received Not Invoiced), and INR (Invoiced Not Received) items.

• Support continuous process improvement initiatives within the Accounts Payable function.

Qualifications

Required

• 2+ years of Accounts Payable experience in a high-volume environment.

• Experience processing large volumes of invoices daily.

• Strong understanding of three-way invoice matching.

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel.

Preferred

• Healthcare industry experience.

• Experience with enterprise ERP or financial systems.

• Previous experience supporting large, multi-department organizations.

• Strong vendor management and reconciliation experience.

Why Work with Connect Search?

As a consultant with Connect Search, you'll gain access to:

• Competitive weekly pay

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options

• 401(k) eligibility

• Dedicated recruiter support throughout your assignment

• Access to exclusive opportunities with leading employers

• Potential for contract extension or permanent employment based on performance and business needs

Compensation

$25.00 – $33.00 per hour based on experience, qualifications, and relevant Accounts Payable expertise.

Connect Search is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification.