Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Summary

The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for managing assigned workload of vendor invoices by receiving, coding and processing for a timely payment. The position must be able to communicate with vendors to ensure a positive relationship and accurately process invoices to succeed.

Core Responsibilities

* Invoice processing - Receiving and reviewing invoices from vendors, matching them to purchase orders, verifying accuracy of pricing and quantities, and coding invoices for proper accounting entry.

* Data entry - Entering invoice details into the accounting system, including vendor information, invoice amounts, and due dates.

* Invoice discrepancy resolution - Identifying and investigating discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders, contacting vendors and/or working with Purchasing to resolve issues.

* Account reconciliation - Reconciling vendor statements with the company's accounts payable records to identify any discrepancies.

* Vendor communication - Responding to vendor inquiries regarding invoice status, payment issues, and account balances.

* File maintenance - Maintaining organized records of invoices, purchase orders, and payment documents.

* Reporting - Generating accounts payable reports for management review, including aging reports and outstanding balances as needed.

Required Skills

* Strong attention to detail - Essential for accurately verifying invoice information and identifying errors.

* Numerical proficiency - Ability to perform basic math calculations and understand financial data.

* Organizational skills - Efficiently managing a high volume of invoices and maintaining accurate records.

* Computer literacy - Proficiency in accounting software for data entry and report generation.

* Communication skills - Effectively interacting with vendors and internal departments to resolve issues.

* Knowledge of accounting principles - Understanding basic accounting concepts like debits, credits, and general ledger.

Work Experience

Minimum of 2 years of accounts payable processing experience preferred. Similar administrative coding experience acceptable if knowledgeable of accounting process. Additional opportunity for more experienced applicant.

Education/Training

High school diploma or equivalent.

System Knowledge

Oracle Fusion experience preferred but not required.