Accounts Payable Clerk

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. You will ensure accurate vendor account coding, process check requests, and maintain files according to company policy. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication. The ideal candidate will possess relevant experience and an AA degree in Accounting or a similar field. Accurate Background offers a competitive hourly rate, potential bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and 401k.

Requirements

• AA degree in Accounting, Business or similar preferred
• 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 - $23 an hour
• Annual performance-based bonus, commission, or other variable pay plan
• Medical, dental, and 401k