Accounts Payable

Summary

Join Accurate Background as an Accounts Payable Clerk and become a key member of the Accounting department, assisting the AP Supervisor in processing invoices and payments. Ensure proper vendor account coding, process check requests, verify invoice approvals, and maintain data accuracy. You will handle vendor correspondence, maintain files, request new vendor accounts, and verify invoice accuracy. Prepare reports, assist with payments processing, record credit card transactions, and assist in month-end closing and audits. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication.

Requirements

• AA degree in Accounting, Business or similar OR 1-2 years relevant work experience
• Available to work 8AM to 5PM PST
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, & Outlook)
• Attention to detail and accuracy with strong organizational skills to be able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Strong ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with all levels of personnel, as well as outside auditors and vendors
• Demonstrates consistency, flexibility and commitment to meet deadlines
• Ability to keep sensitive and confidential material private

Responsibilities

• Handle vendor correspondence via e-mail or phone
• Respond promptly and professionally to internal and external inquiries regarding vendor invoices paid or unpaid
• Maintain files and documentation in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices
• Request new vendor accounts set-up and/or update of existing vendor records
• Verify OCR accuracy of vendor invoices and forward for coding/approval
• Handle daily court check requests
• Prepare/maintain reporting (SSRS reconciliation, Duplicate report for cash projection)
• Assist with payments processing and supporting documentation
• Record credit card transactions & reconcile monthly statements
• Assist in month-end closing
• Assist in providing supporting documents for audits
• Work as a team player to achieve accounting goals and objectives
• Perform other duties as required and assigned

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Concur and NetSuite is a plus

Benefits

• $20 - $25 an hour
• This position may also be eligible for an annual performance-based bonus, commission, or other variable pay plan
• The Company also offers a full range of benefits, including medical, dental, and 401k