Accounts Payable Clerk

Overview

The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for processing all invoices received for payment and for undertaking the payment of all creditors in an accurate, efficient and timely manner.

Responsibilities

Processing accounts and incoming payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures. Performing day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, and recording accounts payable data. Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure that all bills and payments are accounted for and properly posted. Verify and investigate discrepancies, if any, by reconciling vendor accounts and monthly vendor statements. Generate reports detailing accounts payables status. Understand expense accounts and cost centers. Understands compliance issues around accounts payable processes (W-9, sales tax, etc.). Performs other clerical duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Proven working experience as Accounts Payable Clerk with a minimum of two years' experience in accounts payable. Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable principles. Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records. High degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Associates degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration. Experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. Prior manufacturing experience is a plus but not required.