Account Clerk

Account Clerk BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Account Clerk in Burlington VT 05401 Job Title: Account Clerk Location: Burlington VT 05401 Duration: 6 Months Anticipated Start Date: ASAP (Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.) Job Type: Contract Pay Range: $20-$21.86/hr (Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.). Work Schedule: 20-32 hours Normally 20-25 but the client is willing to give the right candidate additional duties if they have the bandwidth Job Description: The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for accurately and efficiently processing vendor invoices and executing check runs to ensure timely payments. This role supports the financial operations of the organization by maintaining compliance with internal controls and industry regulations. Key Responsibilities Process and verify vendor invoices for accuracy, coding, and proper authorization. Prepare and execute weekly check runs, ensuring timely disbursement of payments. Maintain accurate records of all payments and invoices in the accounting system. Ensure compliance with company policies, insurance industry standards, and regulatory requirements. Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status and resolve issues promptly. Qualifications Bachelors or associate degree in accounting or finance preferred (or coursework). 1-3 years of accounts payable experience, preferably in the commercial insurance industry (will consider recent college grad or if still in school). Proficiency in accounting software a plus and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel required). Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Preferred Skills Familiarity with insurance-related billing and payment processes. Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar). Knowledge of GAAP and internal control procedures. Benefits: BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k. About BCforward: Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally. BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work. BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. To learn more about how BCforward collects and uses personal information as part of the recruiting process, view our Privacy Notice and CCPA Addendum. As part of the recruitment process, we may ask for you to disclose and provide us with various categories of personal information, including identifiers, professional information, commercial information, education information, and other related information. BCforward will only use this information to complete the recruitment process. This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration. Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 248128 when responding to this ad.