Accounts Payable Clerk

Large National Moving/Transportation/Storage Company

• Reconciles processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances.
• Charges expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoice/expense reports; recording entries.
• Pays vendors by monitoring discount opportunities; verifying federal ; scheduling and preparing checks; resolving purchase order, contract, invoice, or payment discrepancies and documentation; insuring credit is received for outstanding memos; issuing stop-payments or purchase order amendments.
• Maintains accounting ledgers by verifying and posting account transactions.
• Verifies vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.
• Maintains historical records by microfilming and filing documents.
• Disburses petty cash by recording entry; verifying documentation.
• Reports sales taxes by calculating requirements on paid invoices.
• Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential

High school diploma or G.E.D., formal training preferred; proficient with MS Word and Excel and use of computer-based accounting system is required; must have good knowledge of general office practices and demonstrated proficiency in bookkeeping/accounting

Must display tact, courtesy and patience.

Must be able to work as a team member and display initiative while being in harmony with and support of other staff members.

Ability to prioritize and to multi-task in a fast paced environment, and to meet deadlines

Ability to handle confidential information in a discreet, professional manner

Eye for detail and accuracy is imperative

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Excellent organizational and analytical skills

Up to $14.50 per hour depending on experience -