JOB PURPOSE

The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for performing a range of accounting and clerical tasks related to the accounts payable function. This generally includes receiving, processing, and verifying invoices, tracking, 3-way matching, and processing payments.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process check requests and expense reports on a regular basis
• Accurately review, code, and process vendor invoices
• Perform monthly reconciliations and analyze vendor aging reports
• Maintain a large number of vendor accounts while staying in compliance with company policies and procedures
• Perform data entry associated with accounts payable within a large ERP system
• Audit and process credit card bills
• Match receiving/purchasing documents with invoices and work with other departments to analyze and reconcile discrepancies
• Address and respond to vendor inquiries
• Assist with year-end audit testing samples
• Track reoccurring monthly expenses to maintain timely recording
• Other ad hoc finance/accounting functions as directed by the supervisor

DIRECT REPORTS

• None

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma
• 2-3 years’ experience with accounts payable
• Proficient Microsoft Office knowledge and skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles
• High degree of attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
• Best-in-class customer service skills
• SAP software experience preferred