Accounts Payable Clerk

Aston Carter•Irving, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Clerk plays a key role in the accounting team by accurately processing a high volume of invoices, ensuring timely payments to vendors, and maintaining organized financial records. This position supports shared services for multiple branches across the United States and helps ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and audit requirements.

Requirements

2–4 years of data entry experience
Proven experience with high-volume invoice processing and accounts payable functions.
Proficiency with 10-key data entry and strong numerical accuracy.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in all work.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage a large daily workload.
Good communication and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with vendors and internal teams.
High school diploma or GED required.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in Accounting or a related field preferred but not required.
Experience working in a shared services or multi-location environment is a plus.
Ability to follow established processes while identifying potential improvements.
Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with high transaction volumes.

Responsibilities

Manually key and process approximately 1,500 invoices per week (around 300 per day) with a high level of accuracy.
Review and verify invoices and check requests for accuracy, proper authorization, and adherence to company policies.
Enter and upload invoices into the accounting system in a timely and accurate manner.
Process vendor payments in accordance with payment terms and company policy, including checks, ACH, and wire transfers.
Reconcile vendor statements regularly and resolve discrepancies promptly.
Respond to vendor inquiries professionally and maintain positive, productive relationships with suppliers.
Assist with month-end closing processes, including preparing accruals and supporting reporting activities.
Maintain organized and accurate records of all accounts payable transactions and documentation.
Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and audit requirements in all accounts payable activities.
Support other accounting and finance functions as needed to meet department goals.