Accounts Payable Clerk

Accounts Payable Clerk

Spire is seeking a contingent Accounts Payable Clerk to work in our Birmingham, AL location. This Accounts Payable Clerk role is responsible for compiling, processing and maintaining accounts payable records.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Process invoices and payment requests utilizing a 2-way or 3-way PO matching via the accounts payable software according to department policies and deadlines
• Verifies approval and other information on invoices and payment requests for completeness
• Validates that approvals comply with company policy
• Reviews and resolves vendor invoices via account aging statements
• Processes invoices and payment requests in Oracle efficiently and expeditiously in accordance with departmental metrics and standards
• Researches and resolves invoice holds and discrepancies to ensure timely payment
• Communicates effectively with internal and external customers
• Assists with the opening and distribution of department mail
• Performs job duties in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley 404 internal controls
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Education (certifications, licenses)

• Requires a high school diploma
• Associate's degree in Finance, Accounting or a related business discipline preferred.

Required knowledge, skill and abilities

• Three + years' experience in Accounts Payable or related business experience
• Knowledge of Oracle eBusiness Suite (or other large ERP systems) an ERP payment system preferred (preferably Oracle)
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Excel
• Must have experience in working in a Purchase Order environment
• Working knowledge of procurement and Payables using an integrated ERP
• Advanced knowledge of full cycle Accounts Payable

Physical demands, environment and schedule

• Normal Work Environment - Work is normally performed in a shared office environment.
• Normal business hours.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Birmingham, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/hr individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Birmingham,AL.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026.