Accounts Payable Clerk
About The Position
The purpose of the Accounts Payable Clerk is to provide for accurate and efficient processing of accounts payable transactions for a multi-site manufacturing organization. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring vendors are paid timely and accurately, supporting strong vendor relationships, and maintaining appropriate controls over the accounts payable process. The successful candidate will be organized, dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities. The position works closely with purchasing, receiving, operations, employees, vendors, and the accounting team.
Requirements
- Demonstrated proficiency in delivering exceptional customer service, problem solving, quality & solutions.
- Dependable with an ability to work independently as well as within a team-oriented environment.
- Highly proficient interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
- Organized, detail-oriented, strong attention to detail, accuracy in data, and adaptable to continuous improvement
- Mathematical aptitude and ability required
- Associate degree or two-year degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field or equivalent applicable accounting/accounts payable experience.
- 1–3 years of accounts payable or general accounting experience preferred.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience with purchase orders, receiving processes, and three-way matching and Microsoft Excel.
- Familiarity with 1099 reporting requirements.
Nice To Haves
- This position is designed to provide a strong foundation in accounts payable and accounting operations. While advancement is not required, opportunities may be available for employees who demonstrate strong performance, initiative, and interest in developing additional accounting skills and responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Process and accurately enter vendor invoices into the accounting system performing three-way matching as appropriate.
- Research and resolve discrepancies, using sound judgement, and determine appropriate solutions rather than passing issues along.
- Prepare and process regular accounts payable payment runs by check, ACH wire transfer and other approved methods.
- Assist with the collection and maintenance of vendor tax information and support annual 1099 reporting.
- Monitor accounts payable aging and follow up on outstanding items as appropriate.
- Follow established internal controls and procedures related to accounts payable and cash disbursements.
- Protect confidential financial and vendor information.
- Identify opportunities to improve the efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness of AP processes.
- Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with vendors, employees, and coworkers.
- Back up resource to the AR customer payment posting position.
- Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
