Accounts Payable Clerk

Bowman Andros Products•Mount Jackson, VA

33d•$24 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Clerk (A/P) is responsible for providing financial, clerical and administrative services to ensure efficient, timely and accurate payment of accounts under their control. This role plays a key part in ensuring timely payments and supporting the financial health of the organization. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED, Associates or Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred
1-3 years Accounts Payable or other accounting experience
Knowledge of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable principles
Strong customer service skills, both internal and external
Regular and reliable attendance required.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
Good organizational skills, strong detail orientation and the ability to meet operational and financial deadlines.
Excellent team player that is highly motivated and a self-starter.
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of S2K and AS400 Information System strongly preferred.
Ability to handle pressures of dealing with priorities that change frequently and have very short time frames.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of S2K and AS400 Information System strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Review, verify and enter vendor invoices into the accounting system as submitted daily.
Ensures proper distribution of expenditures to general ledger accounts.
Matches invoices to purchase orders and receiving records to verify accuracy and follows-up with Purchasing, Central Supply and Warehouse personnel regarding discrepancies.
Processes invoices for payment, once approvals have been obtained in accordance with company policy and discrepancies resolved.
Prepares and processes check runs, ACH payments and wire payments.
Maintains accurate and organized AP files and records.
Tracks outbound freight and apple freight costs.
Maintains strong relationships with assigned vendors. Responds to vendor inquires timely and professionally.
Reconciles vendor statements and resolves billing discrepancies and/or payment issues monthly.
Reconciles received versus invoiced balance sheet account.
Assists with month-end close by preparing AP accruals and reports.
Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation.
Cross-trained with other A/P Clerk.
Performs other tasks/duties as assigned.