Accounts Payable Bookkeeper

About the role

Performs bookkeeping tasks of average difficulty.

Responsibilities

• Examine accounting and financial transactions for completeness, accuracy, and conformance to policies and procedures.
• Record details of transactions manually or through the use of a computer terminal, and also maintain subsidiary ledgers and balance to the general ledger.
• Reconcile discrepancies and prepare entries to correct erroneous transactions.
• Balance accounts and prepare preliminary accounting reports and statements.
• Prepare payment vouchers for purchases.
• Provide information regarding financial transactions.
• Communicate with others to correct errors, resolve discrepancies, or implement new methods and procedures.
• Perform various payroll duties.
• Perform related duties as directed.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school diploma or the equivalent with an additional one to three years of experience in clerical work involving financial recordkeeping, bookkeeping.
• Or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other accounting software applications.
• Fundamental bookkeeping procedures.
• Ability to make arithmetical calculations with speed and accuracy.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to maintain detailed financial records accurately.

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally lift and carry up to 10 pounds.
• Occasionally climb stairs during the shift.
• Frequently rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing.
• Place arms above, at, or below shoulder height.