Accounts Payable Clerk

It’s your time, make it matter. At Peterson, we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 85 years, our people’s work has shaped the communities where we live, raise our families, and thrive. Peterson’s legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back‑up power at hospitals, fire‑fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look.

At Peterson, you don’t just have a career, you have a purpose. Our family‑oriented environment is built on safety, winning, growth, and professional achievement. Hiring and developing exceptional people is critical to our continued success. We have high standards for a good reason: our people represent Peterson, our family, our brand, and our values. You have high expectations too. You are exceptionally motivated, have outstanding skills, and want your work to matter.

Peterson offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and promotional opportunities at a family‑owned and operated business.

Peterson Cat has a need for an Accounts Payable Clerk at our San Leandro, CA location. This position performs clerical accounting functions where some judgment and independent action may be required, generally working under the guidance of senior accounting personnel.

• Match approved purchase orders with vendor billings/invoices.
• Prepare invoices for payment processing in accordance with defined coding instructions.
• Input invoices into PO System.
• Monitor special handling invoices, discounts, and special terms through the PO system.
• Compile and post transactions into the A/P System to designated accounts.
• Assist with daily and weekly check runs.
• Maintain related Accounts Payable files (hard copy and soft copy) as needed.
• Place and respond to internal and external phone calls and emails regarding vendor activity as required.
• Provide assistance to both accounting and operations personnel to help resolve Accounts Payable questions or problems.
• Perform certain related duties and functions as required by the Senior Accountants of Peterson’s operating companies. Each company requires different entry/handling methods.
• Identify and reconcile customer account discrepancies.
• Maintain and update procedures for assigned accounting function.
• As business needs arise, travel to branch locations, events, training meetings, conferences, etc.
• Maintain punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.

Associates Degree from a fully accredited college in Accounting, or equivalent certification; and a minimum of one year of directly related experience in accounting, preferably in a heavy industrial environment; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

The pay range for this position is $26.45 - $30.00 per hour. Starting wage will depend on experience and education. We also offer a total compensation package in addition to base salary.

Peterson Holding Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.