Accounting Clerk

About the role

The Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for performing a variety of accounting functions related to accounts receivable, collections, and accounts payable processing. Under limited supervision, this role processes customer payments, maintains accurate accounting records, researches and resolves account discrepancies, and processes vendor invoices. The position requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Receivable: Audit invoices for accuracy and discrepancies and distribute invoices daily. Apply payments to customer accounts according to company procedures. Research and process customer debit memos, credits, chargebacks, and claims. Communicate account status and customer concerns with appropriate internal stakeholders.
• Accounts Payable: Process purchase order and non-purchase order invoices for payment. Monitor unvouchered invoice reports to ensure timely receipt and processing of vendor invoices. Assist with account reconciliations and monthly accounting reports.
• Perform invoicing and cash application.
• Readily interface with buyers and receiving.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Three (3) years general office work experience required, prefer accounting background.
• Experience in accounts receivable, accounts payable, or general accounting functions required.
• Experience with a larger ERP platform in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Working with inventory and the three-way match process.
• Intermediate level knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Type 45+ wpm and 10-key (by touch).
• Intermediate math skills.

Skills

• Strong attention to detail.
• Organizational skills.
• Effective communication with internal and external customers.
• Strong Excel skills.

Pay

$25.00 - $28.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Schedule

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Physical/Environmental Requirements

• Frequent sitting.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.