Accounts Payable Clerk

Comfort Systems USA•Houston, TX

11d

About The Position

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Accounts Payable Clerk will be responsible for accurately processing, coordinating, and analyzing accounts payable data to ensure timely and compliant payment of vendor invoices and expense reports. This role supports day‑to-day accounting operations by maintaining detailed records, resolving discrepancies, and assisting internal and external stakeholders with accounts payable inquiries. KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Process high-volume invoices through the full payment cycle in a timely and accurate manner. Review and verify invoice details, including pricing, quantities, tax treatment, and payment terms. Perform three-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documents. Investigate and resolve discrepancies, including pricing and quantity variances. Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding payments, invoice status, coding, and approvals. Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies to ensure accurate balances. Collaborate cross-functionally with purchasing, receiving and other TAS departments to resolve issues. Support month-end and year-end close activities, including accruals. Perform additional duties and special projects assigned by TAS. Maintain departmental vendor files. All other duties as assigned by TAS.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy when processing invoices.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Proficiency in accounting/ERP systems and knowledge of Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
Strong organizational and time‑management skills; ability to prioritize in a high‑volume environment.
Dependability and consistency in meeting deadlines and close schedules.
H.S. diploma or GED equivalent with relevant work experience
2+ years accounts payable or general accounting experience
2+ years of experience with automated accounting systems
Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting principles
Previous experience with 2 and 3-way purchase order matching
Tier 1 ERP experience with Infor OR SAP (No Quickbooks)

Nice To Haves

Associates degree in accounting or related field preferred
3-5+ years of accounts payable experience

Responsibilities

Process high-volume invoices through the full payment cycle in a timely and accurate manner.
Review and verify invoice details, including pricing, quantities, tax treatment, and payment terms.
Perform three-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documents.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies, including pricing and quantity variances.
Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding payments, invoice status, coding, and approvals.
Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies to ensure accurate balances.
Collaborate cross-functionally with purchasing, receiving and other TAS departments to resolve issues.
Support month-end and year-end close activities, including accruals.
Perform additional duties and special projects assigned by TAS.
Maintain departmental vendor files.
All other duties as assigned by TAS.