Accounts Payable Clerk

Start here, stay here. Anderson Brothers is proud to foster a family-focused culture and hold one of the most experienced teams in the Brainerd Lakes Area. 70% of our employees have over 5 years of service, 50% have over 10 years, and 25% have over 20 years. Stay, learn, and grow with great benefits and great people, more details below!

• Health Insurance
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Benefits offered such as Dental, Vision, Additional Life Insurance, Critical Illness and Accident Coverage
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Paid Training
• Profit sharing

• Wage Rate: $22 - $24/hr

FLSA Classification:
Non-Exempt

The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for processing vendor invoices, ensuring accurate and timely payment, and maintaining compliance with company policies and applicable tax regulations. This role has a strong focus on sales tax accuracy, documentation, and reporting and also includes some general administrative duties.

• Process vendor invoices accurately and timely, ensuring proper coding, approvals, and documentation.
• Review invoices for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Maintain and manage sales tax compliance, including verification of tax rates, exemptions, and supporting documentation.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies or payment issues.
• Prepare and process check runs and electronic payments.
• Maintain organized and accurate payable records and files.
• Coordinate with vendors, internal departments, and management to resolve billing and tax-related issues.
• Assist with month-end closing activities related to accounts payable and tax reporting.
• Support audits by providing requested documentation and explanations related to accounts payable and sales tax.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial and company information.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support accounting operations.
• Complete general administrative duties such as answering the phone, directing calls, and assisting customers.

• Strong working knowledge of accounts payable processes and general accounting principles.
• Demonstrated experience with sales tax compliance and reporting.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with vendors and internal staff.

• Ability to maintain professional working relationships with vendors and coworkers.
• Ability to work standard business hours with flexibility during peak accounting periods.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in accounting or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years accounts payable experience required.
• Proven experience with sales tax required.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 including Outlook, Excel and Teams.

• Must be able to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
• Must be able to use standard office equipment.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

ANDERSON BROTHERS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND STRONGLY ENCOURAGES WOMEN, MINORITIES AND VETERANS TO APPLY.