Accounts Payable Clerk
Institute for Justice•Arlington, VA
•Hybrid
About The Position
The Institute for Justice (IJ), a national law firm for liberty, is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk (A/P Clerk) to support its Finance team at its headquarters in Arlington, Virginia. The A/P Clerk reports directly to the Assistant Director of Accounting and is responsible for managing the overall payables process to ensure that company expenditures and payments are maintained accurately and efficiently.
Requirements
- Understanding of basic accounting principles, accounts payable procedures, documentation, and internal controls
- Experience with accounting software and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
- Excellent attention to detail, organization, accuracy, and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team and communicate professionally with employees and vendors
Nice To Haves
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field preferred
- One to two years of accounts payable experience preferred
- Experience with Sage Intacct and Concur preferred
Responsibilities
- Process accounts payable accurately and timely using proper accounting principles and in compliance with IJ financial policies and tax regulations
- Review invoices and supporting documentation for completeness, approval, coding, and accuracy before payment
- Process staff expense reports for reimbursement timely and review compliance with travel and reimbursement policies
- Process staff corporate credit card reports timely and review compliance with travel and credit card policies
- Research and resolve invoice, reimbursement, payment, and credit card discrepancies
- Communicate professionally with vendors and staff regarding payment status, discrepancies, and inquiries
- Maintain updated vendor records, including contracts, tax forms, payment information, and related documentation
- Prepare and process weekly check payment activities and other approved payment methods
- Process 1099 forms and maintain supporting documentation for compliance and audit needs
- Perform additional tasks as assigned
Benefits
- Hybrid work schedule
- Flexible work hours with our core business hours
- Smart casual dress code; casual Fridays
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance (IJ covers 100% of individual premiums)
- Free Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life insurance plans
- HSA employer contributions
- 401(k) with employer matches
- Generous PTO including a paid personal day and 12 paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
