Accounts Payable Clerk

Matt Bowers Auto Group • Metairie, LA

4d • $18 - $22

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Clerk monitors the outflow of company capital and facilitates vendor payments. The role supports accounting records and ledgers, reconciles monthly statements and transactions, handles petty cash documentation and distribution, and calculates and reports sales tax based on paid invoices. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of accounts payable experience.
• High school diploma required.
• Reliability and trustworthiness.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related programs.
• Ability to learn other accounting software systems.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous records.

Nice To Haves

• Dealership experience preferred.
• Business or Accounting degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate vendor payments, including verifying federal ID numbers, reviewing purchase orders, and resolving discrepancies.
• Ensure outstanding obligations are credited upon payment, identify discount opportunities, and issue purchase order amendments or stop-payment orders as needed.
• Assist with accounting records and ledgers by reconciling monthly statements and transactions.
• Record entries, verify documentation, and distribute petty cash.
• Calculate and report sales tax based on paid invoices.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED