Accounts Payable Clerk (30399)

ALTIVIA•Houston, TX

4h•Onsite

About The Position

ALTIVIA is seeking a detail-oriented, accountable, and motivated entry-level Accounts Payable Clerk to join our growing finance and accounting team. This role is designed for early-career professionals seeking to grow into a core finance operations role within a fast-paced, multi-entity chemical manufacturing company. The AP Clerk will support the day-to-day processing of vendor invoices, three-way matching, payment processing, and compliance with internal controls.

Requirements

Associate degree or coursework in Accounting, Finance, or Business; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
0–2 years of accounts payable or accounting support experience.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work independently and manage deadlines in a high-volume environment.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
Familiarity with ERP systems preferred (Chempax or SAP experience is a plus).

Nice To Haves

Strong sense of accountability and ownership.
Willingness to learn and grow into a broader accounting role.
Comfortable working in a multi-entity, industrial or manufacturing setting.
Team player with a continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

Invoice Processing:
Process incoming vendor invoices (PO and non-PO) in Chempax, ensuring accurate GL coding, cost center tagging, and entity assignment.
Perform 2-way and 3-way matching of invoices with POs and receiving documents.
Payment Support:
Assist with weekly payment runs (ACH, check, wire), ensuring approvals and cutoffs are met.
Flag discrepancies, missing documents, or approval gaps for resolution.
Vendor Communication:
Respond to vendor inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
Support vendor statement reconciliations and follow up on outstanding items.
Internal Collaboration:
Work closely with purchasing, receiving, and plant personnel to resolve invoice exceptions.
Support senior AP staff and accounting team with data entry, reporting, and special projects.
Compliance & Documentation:
Maintain accurate records and documentation in compliance with company policies and audit standards.
Follow internal control procedures for invoice approvals, reversals, and corrections.