Accounts Payable Clerks

Hire Remote AP Clerks to Keep Invoices Coded and Vendors Paid

Hire full-time offshore AP clerks to own invoice coding, 3-way PO matching, and weekly payment runs.
Remote AP clerk in the Philippines ready for hire through 1840 & Company

How We Staff Offshore AP Clerks Across Global Markets

We source, vet, and onboard remote accounts payable clerks from regions offering the best cost-to-skill ratio.

Vetted for AP Experience

Pre-vetted for three-way PO matching, invoice coding, and payment run execution.

Lower AP Hiring Costs

Cut AP staffing costs by 77% without slowing invoice cycles or payment accuracy.

Hire in Under Two Weeks

AP clerks shortlisted in 3 to 5 days, ready to process invoices in under two weeks.

No Shared AP Resources

One dedicated clerk owns your invoice queue, vendor terms, and payment runs.

AP System Knowledge

Experienced with NetSuite, QuickBooks, and Sage for invoice coding and PO matching.

Vendor Time Zone Alignment

Aligned to U.S. business hours for same-day invoice intake and payment run support.
ROLE OVERVIEW

Tasks Your Dedicated AP Clerk Owns End to End

Accounts payable clerks focus on processing incoming invoices and maintaining accurate vendor balances. They ensure invoices are coded, matched, and prepared for payment. This allows finance teams to focus on reporting, forecasting, and cash flow planning.

Code and Route Incoming Invoices

Invoices received via email, portal, or EDI are coded to the correct GL account and routed for approval. This ensures every invoice is captured, categorized, and ready for the payment run.

Match Invoices to Purchase Orders

Invoices are matched against purchase orders and receiving documents in a three-way match. This identifies quantity discrepancies, pricing variances, and missing POs before payment is approved.

Maintain Vendor Aging and Open Items

Open invoices are tracked across aging buckets as they move through approval and payment cycles. Accurate aging prevents duplicate payments and supports on-time vendor disbursements.

Prepare and Execute Payment Runs

Approved invoices are batched and scheduled according to vendor payment terms and run cadences. This keeps payment cycles on track and maintains vendor relationships across accounts.

Investigate and Resolve Invoice Discrepancies

Short payments, duplicate invoices, and billing mismatches are reviewed and logged. Resolution ensures invoices close correctly and prevents recurring errors in future payment cycles.

WHEN TO OUTSOURCE

When Outsourcing Accounts Payable Makes Business Sense

Global workforce across 150 countries with finance, tech, sales, and support teams
Outsourcing accounts payable makes sense when invoice backlogs delay payments and limit visibility into vendor obligations. This often occurs when invoices are not coded and matched consistently. Outsourcing accounts payable clerks restores accurate reporting and improves control over payments.

Invoice Backlogs Delay Payment Runs

Finance leaders should focus on cash flow, not clearing invoice queues. Backlogs build when invoices are not coded and routed on time. Outsourcing ensures invoices are processed daily, and payment runs stay on schedule.

Vendor Aging Does Not Reflect Open Liabilities

Vendor aging shows balances that no longer reflect actual invoice status. This happens when coding and approval routing fall behind. Outsourcing keeps vendor aging current and supports accurate payment forecasting.

Internal Time Spent On Invoice Processing

Finance teams spend 10 to 20 hours weekly coding invoices and reconciling vendor statements, limiting time for analysis. Outsourcing shifts processing to a managed workflow and frees capacity for higher-value work.

Invoice Volume Increases Across Intake Channels

As vendor bases grow, invoices arrive via email, portal, and EDI. This creates gaps in matching invoices to purchase orders. 1840 has supported teams managing multi-channel AP intake with consistent execution.

SALARY BENCHMARKS

AP Clerks Cost and Salary Comparison

See how much you can save by hiring remote AP clerks from cost-effective regions worldwide.

$4,500/month

Average US Salary

$1,000/month*

Average Philippine Salary

77%

Potential savings

$1,100/month*

Average LATAM Salary

75%

Potential savings

VS

Offshore Vs Local Accounts Payable Clerk Salaries

Local US Hire Philippines LATAM
Annual Base Salary $54,000 $12,000 $13,200
Payroll Taxes (7.65%-10%) $5,400 $0 $0
Benefits (20%-30%) $10,800 $0 $0
PTO (5%-10%) $2,700 $0 $0
Total Cost $70,200 $12,000 (excluding service fees) $13,200 (excluding service fees)
Savings - $58,200 $57,000

* Salaries shown are based on publicly available data (Indeed, Glassdoor, etc.), showing average rates by role and location. Offshore rates do not include outsourcing provider fees. Please schedule a consultation to receive detailed information tailored to your needs.

LOCATIONS

Top Countries to Outsource Accounts Payable Clerks

Companies commonly outsource accounts payable clerks to:
MODEL COMPARISON

What Sets 1840 Apart From Other AP Outsourcing Options

See how we compare to traditional staffing and freelance options.

Freelance Marketplaces

Traditional Staffing Agencies

Engagement Structure

Full-time, dedicated role

Hourly or project-based

Permanent hire or temp placement

Role Ownership

Client-managed, embedded in your team

Independent contractor

Client-managed after placement

Vetting & Screening

Multi-stage vetting + English validation

Self-reported profiles

Resume screening + interviews

Industry & CRM Alignment

Matched by role, industry, and tools

Varies by individual

General experience matching

Commitment & Stability

Long-term role continuity

Often juggling multiple clients

Depends on employee retention

Upfront Fees

None

None

15–30% placement fee typical

Replacement Support

No-cost replacement guarantee

You must rehire yourself

Often additional fees apply

Cost Efficiency

Up to 71% lower than U.S. hiring

Variable hourly rates

High salary + agency fees

Global Talent Access

Nearshore & offshore sourcing

Global, unstructured

Primarily local markets

Scalability

Build one role or entire team

Difficult to standardize

Slower hiring cycles

How It Works

How We Place AP Clerks From Scoping to Start Date

Scope Your AP Clerk Requirements

Share your invoice volumes, vendor payment terms, and AP systems. We map your coding structure and three-way match requirements before sourcing begins. Candidates are matched to how your AP function actually operates.

Interview Pre-Vetted AP Clerk Candidates

You receive a shortlist of candidates matched to invoice processing, vendor reconciliation, and ERP use. You interview each candidate to confirm fit with your payables processes and team structure.

Get Your AP Clerk Up and Running

We handle compliance and placement while you connect the clerk to your AP systems. Within two weeks, your clerk codes invoices, processes vendor payments, and reconciles ledger balances across your payables cycle.

AP Outsourcing Built Around Zero Risk

No Upfront Fees

We source, vet, and present candidates before you pay.

Interview First

Meet and approve candidates before they join your team.

Free Replacements

If a hire doesn’t work out, we replace them at no cost.

Payroll & Compliance

We manage international payroll and employment compliance.

Top-rated by Clutch

We’re proud to be named by Clutch as a trusted leader in outsourcing.

Clutch Top BPO Award
Clutch Top Inbound Appointment Setting Company Award
Clutch Award for Top Call Centers

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TESTIMONIALS

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