Job Description

OBJECTIVE

The Accounts Payable Clerk supports the Accounts Payable Manager by managing invoices and maintaining important financial documentation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / DUTIES

• Process checks requests and expense reports on a regular basis
• Accurately review, code, and process vendor invoices
• Perform monthly reconciliations
• Perform data entry associated with accounts payable
• Address and respond to vendor inquiries
• Sort and distribute incoming mail
• Prepare Budget Sheets for the AP Specialist
• Maintain AP files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The Accounts Payable Assistant must be able to meet and successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The following physical demands are representative of the position.

The position is active and requires walking and sitting. Employees are required to lift of up to 10 pounds.

* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS

• Must have strong work ethics
• Must be well organized and a self-starter
• Must be able to follow standard filing procedures
• Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong problem-solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis and multi-tasking skills
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to interact with vendors in a professional manner
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
• Ability to perform mathematical computations such as percentages, fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division quickly and accurately

COMPETENCIES

• Communication Proficient
• Flexibility (Job duties & schedule)
• Follow verbal/written instructions
• Able to work independently
• Teamwork orientation

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILTY

Accounts Payable Clerk has no supervisory responsibilities.

POSITION TYPE / HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week. Schedule is Monday- Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Overtime and weekend work may be required based on production needs.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years of Accounts Payable experience