Accounts Payable Clerk
Institute for Justice · Arlington, VA · 2 wk ago
HybridAccounting$50k–$55k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Process accounts payable accurately and timely using proper accounting principles and in compliance with IJ financial policies and tax regulations
- Review invoices and supporting documentation for completeness, approval, coding, and accuracy before payment
- Process staff expense reports for reimbursement timely and review compliance with travel and reimbursement policies
- Process staff corporate credit card reports timely and review compliance with travel and credit card policies
- Research and resolve invoice, reimbursement, payment, and credit card discrepancies
- Communicate professionally with vendors and staff regarding payment status, discrepancies, and inquiries
- Maintain updated vendor records, including contracts, tax forms, payment information, and related documentation
- Prepare and process weekly check payment activities and other approved payment methods
- Process 1099 forms and maintain supporting documentation for compliance and audit needs
- Perform additional tasks as assigned
Qualifications
- Ace in attention to detail and commitment to ensuring accurate work
- Strong ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with employees and 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
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field preferred
- One to two years of accounts payable experience preferred
- Understanding of basic accounting principles, accounts payable procedures, documentation, and internal controls
- Experience with accounting software and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
- Experience with Sage Intacct and Concur preferred
- Excellent attention to detail, organization, accuracy, and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team and communicate professionally with employees and vendors
Benefits
- Hybrid work schedule
- Flexible work hours with our core business hours
- Smart casual dress code; casual Fridays
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance (IJ covers 100% of individual premiums)
- Free Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life insurance plans
- HSA employer contributions
- 401(k) with employer matches
- Generous PTO including a paid personal day and 12 paid holidays