Accounts Payable Clerk Jobs

Accounts Payable Clerk jobs are open across manufacturing, healthcare, retail, and financial services, at every level from entry-level to senior, with specializations in invoice processing, vendor management, and three-way matching. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles582+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerKahana & Feld LLP
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Work type46% Hybrid
Top industryStaffing

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Mgr Accounts Payable
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Mgr Accounts Payable
St. Elizabeth Healthcare
Erlanger, Kentucky
Account Management
Customer Service
Public Relations (PR)
Sales
Bachelor's degree in finance
5,001-10,000

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Accounts Payable & Financial Operations Specialist
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Accounts Payable & Financial Operations Specialist
New Leaf Solutions
Sacramento, California
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
$29.02 - $36/hr
Remote (US)
Associate's degree in accounting

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Accounts Payable & Compliance Analyst (Temporary to Permanent)
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Accounts Payable & Compliance Analyst (Temporary to Permanent)
Wia Machine Tools America
Carlstadt, New Jersey
Business Analysis
Data Analytics
Project Management
$29.28 - $35.26/hr
On-Site
Associate's degree in accounting

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Accounts Payable Manager
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Accounts Payable Manager
COMPLEX
Los Angeles, California
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$90k - $115k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance

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Construction Accounts Payable Coordinator
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Construction Accounts Payable Coordinator
COR3 Mechanical LLC
Maitland, Florida
Account Management
Customer Success
Sales
$50k - $63k/yr
On-Site

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Accounts Payable Clerk Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Kahana & Feld LLP12
  • Jobot4
  • ghj3
  • Arclin3
  • LANXESS3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Energy
  • Automotive
  • Manufacturing
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in accounts payable clerk jobs.

  • One to three years of accounts payable or general accounting experience
  • Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite
  • Strong data-entry accuracy and attention to detail
  • Knowledge of three-way matching and purchase-order processes
  • Associate degree or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
  • Familiarity with month-end close procedures and account reconciliation

Tips for Your Accounts Payable Clerk Job Search

Quantify your invoice volume on your resume

Hiring managers want to know scale. List how many invoices you processed weekly or monthly, the dollar volume you managed, and any error-rate improvements you achieved. Accounts payable resumes without numbers look identical to every other applicant's.

List every accounting software you have used

Employers filter hard on tools. Name every ERP and accounts payable platform you have touched, including SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, NetSuite, and any procurement or imaging systems. A generic 'accounting software' line costs you interviews.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists accounts payable clerk openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings that name your strongest workflow

Filter for openings that call out the specific processes you know best, whether that is purchase-order matching, check runs, or vendor reconciliation. Tailoring your application to the posted workflow dramatically improves your callback rate.

Prepare for a skills test before the interview

Many accounts payable hiring processes include a live data-entry or reconciliation exercise. Practice entering invoice data quickly and accurately in whichever ERP the employer uses, because speed and accuracy are tested directly, not just discussed.

Negotiate by citing your invoice accuracy rate

When discussing compensation, anchor the conversation to your measurable accuracy and turnaround metrics. An applicant who processed a high volume of invoices with a low error rate has a concrete case for a higher offer than someone who cites years of experience alone.

Accounts Payable Clerk Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most accounts payable clerks?

The companies hiring the most accounts payable clerks right now include Kahana & Feld LLP, Jobot, and ghj, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. High-volume hiring tends to cluster in industries with large vendor networks, including healthcare systems, logistics, and manufacturing.

How many accounts payable clerk jobs are remote?

About 55% of accounts payable clerk openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting steady employer demand for flexible arrangements in this role. Invoice processing, vendor communication, and reconciliation work are the sub-areas most commonly approved for remote or hybrid schedules, while roles that require handling physical checks or working directly with on-site receiving teams are more likely to be fully in-office.

How do you become an accounts payable clerk?

Start by earning an associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business, or complete a focused bookkeeping certificate program. Build hands-on experience with at least one major ERP system, practice high-volume data entry, and learn the basics of invoice matching, vendor setup, and reconciliation. Entry-level roles in general accounting or administrative finance often serve as the direct path in.

Can you get hired as an accounts payable clerk with little or no experience?

Yes, many employers hire candidates with no direct accounts payable experience if you can demonstrate strong data-entry accuracy, basic bookkeeping knowledge, and comfort with spreadsheets. Temp-to-hire roles and contract positions are a reliable entry point because employers use them to evaluate speed and accuracy before making a permanent offer. Certifying in QuickBooks or completing a community-college accounting course strengthens your application significantly.

What does the accounts payable clerk interview process look like?

Most accounts payable clerk interview processes include an initial phone screen focused on your software experience and volume handled, followed by one or two in-person or video rounds with the accounting manager and sometimes HR. Many employers add a practical skills assessment where you enter sample invoice data or reconcile a mock vendor statement. Final steps typically involve a background check and reference calls before an offer is extended.

Where can I find and apply to accounts payable clerk jobs?

You can find and apply to accounts payable clerk jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level, preferred location, and software background, then apply directly to each listing that fits. New openings are added regularly, so checking back frequently gives you the best shot at catching roles before they close.

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