Accounts Payable Clerk - Contract to Hire

Wabash Valley Power Alliance

Accounts Payable Clerk - Contract to Hire

Indianapolis, IN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    _ Purpose_

    Be the backbone of our vendor payment process—ensuring invoices are accurate, payments are timely, and internal and external stakeholders are supported every step of the way.

    This is a contract-to-hire position , giving both you and our team the opportunity to ensure it's a great mutual fit. If you're detail-oriented, dependable, and ready to contribute to a collaborative team, we’d love to meet you!

    ** What You’ll Do**

    Drive the Payables Process

    • Receive, route, and enter vendor invoices for approval and payment
    • Manage weekly payment runs with precision
    • Collaborate with our banking partner to streamline payments via an online platform

    Deliver Outstanding Support

    • Provide friendly, responsive service to both internal teams and external vendors
    • Onboard and maintain vendor records, including TIN matching and W-9 management
    • Ensure timely and accurate monthly sales tax payments
    • Prepare and distribute annual Form 1099 and 1042-S

    Be a Key Player in Innovation

    • Actively participate in a major system conversion that was just launched.
    • Learn current systems and contribute to smarter, more efficient processes

    May be required to perform other duties as assigned.

  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    ** What You Bring**

    Precision & Accuracy

    • Sharp eye for numbers and data
    • High attention to detail with a commitment to getting things right the first time

    Organizational Savvy

    • Ability to follow complex procedures and maintain well-documented processes
    • Skilled at identifying areas for improvement and suggesting smarter workflows

    Tech-Friendly Mindset

    • Comfortable learning new systems and software quickly
    • Confident using technology to streamline and enhance daily tasks

    Customer Focus

    • Strong communication skills—written and verbal
    • Dedicated to creating positive experiences for vendors and colleagues alike

    Qualifications

    • Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business or similar field, preferred.
    • Progressive experience in accounts payable and/or general accounting, required.

    Additional Information

    • Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
    • Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
    • Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly verbally and through email.

    All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

    ** Accepting applications for this role through Monday, July 6, 2026**