Accounts Payable Clerk
Responsibilities:
• Examine vendor invoices and related backup documents to confirm accuracy, completeness, and policy compliance before processing.
• Confirm that each invoice has the proper approval and general ledger coding prior to entry into the accounting system.
• Apply three-way matching by comparing purchase orders, receiving records, and invoices to validate payable transactions.
• Enter approved invoices into the accounting system with a high degree of accuracy to support timely payment processing.
• Coordinate payment execution through approved methods, including check runs and other authorized disbursement processes.
• Track due dates and payment calendars to help prevent overdue balances and unnecessary penalty charges.
• Communicate with vendors and internal teams to resolve billing issues, research discrepancies, and clear outstanding items.
• Reconcile vendor statements and accounts payable records to ensure balances remain current and correct.
• Support month-end activities by assisting with reconciliations, accrual entries, record retention, and audit documentation as needed.
• Manage incoming mail related to accounts payable and perform additional assigned duties that support the accounting function.
Qualifications:
• Associate degree in Accounting is required; a bachelor’s degree in Accounting is preferred.• At least 2 years of accounts payable experience, ideally in a high-volume manufacturing setting.
• Practical experience with invoice processing, invoice coding, and payment scheduling.
• Working knowledge of three-way match procedures involving invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documentation.
• Ability to reconcile vendor statements, investigate discrepancies, and maintain accurate financial records.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow internal controls, company policies, and accounting procedures.
• Proficiency in handling check runs and other standard accounts payable payment methods.
Compensation
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