Accounts Payable Clerk

Accounts Payable Clerk Love solving problems, staying organized, and making an impact behind the scenes? Join a company where your work keeps the business moving and your career can grow.

We're seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join our collaborative accounting team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy juggling multiple priorities, and take pride in delivering accurate work, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

This is more than a traditional AP role. You'll work closely with vendors, field locations, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely payments, resolve issues, and support the financial health of a growing organization. You'll also have the opportunity to build your accounting knowledge and explore future career paths within a supportive finance department.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

✅ Join a close-knit, team-oriented accounting department

✅ Work for an organization that promotes from within

✅ Gain exposure to multiple areas of accounting and finance

✅ Be part of a culture that values recognition, appreciation, and teamwork

✅ Make a direct impact in a high-visibility, high-volume environment

What You'll Do

+ Review invoices for proper documentation and approvals before payment processing.

+ Process a high volume of invoices daily, including manual coding and validation.

+ Manage a priority payment inbox and respond to urgent requests promptly.

+ Partner with field locations and corporate teams to research and resolve payment issues.

+ Serve as a point of contact for vendors regarding payment status and account inquiries.

+ Maintain AP records, reports, and spreadsheets to ensure accurate financial tracking.

+ Prepare and distribute checks and assist with overnight shipments when needed.

+ Create and upload daily ACH payment files.

+ Investigate payment issues and proactively remove bottlenecks from the payment process.

+ Support month-end close activities by ensuring invoices are posted accurately and on time.

+ Assist vendors with account reconciliations and discrepancy resolution.

+ Identify opportunities to reduce costs through careful invoice review.

+ Track and follow up on security deposits and related documentation.

+ Collaborate with teammates to improve processes and increase efficiency.

+ Take ownership of challenges and proactively solve problems before escalating.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

+ 2+ years of Accounts Payable experience preferred, OR an Associate's/Bachelor's degree in Accounting.

+ Understanding of AP processes, invoice coding, and payment workflows.

+ Ability to process 75-100 invoices daily after training.

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Experience with manual invoice processing and coding.

+ Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

+ Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

+ Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.

+ Strong communication skills and a positive, team-first attitude.

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and basic accounting software.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

+ ERP system experience.

+ Intermediate Excel skills including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs.

+ Corporate accounting experience.

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Experience with three-way matching and vendor management.

+ Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.

The Ideal Candidate

You're someone who:

+ Enjoys staying busy and working with a sense of urgency.

+ Doesn't get overwhelmed when multiple priorities arise.

+ Takes initiative and looks for solutions before asking others to step in.

+ Values teamwork and is willing to help wherever needed.

+ Wants a long-term opportunity with room for advancement and professional growth.

Work Environment & Culture

You'll join a finance team of approximately 20 professionals across…