Part-Time Accounts Payable Clerk

About the role

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact. With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses, chances are, we have something special for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately and timely in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Perform three-way matching of purchase orders, receipts, and invoices to ensure proper authorization and processing
• Review invoices for accuracy, coding, approvals, and supporting documentation
• Maintain compliance with company purchasing, approval, expense reimbursement, and internal control policies
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and vendor inquiries
• Cook up with shared service teams and internal stakeholders to support timely invoice processing and issue resolution
• Review, audit, and process employee expense reports in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Maintain vendor records, including setup, updates, and supporting documentation
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve outstanding balances
• Absentee month-end close activities, including accruals, account reconciliations, and reporting support
• Support inventory, purchasing, receiving, and finance teams to ensure accurate transaction processing
• Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation in accordance with company retention requirements
• Absentee internal and external audit requests related to accounts payable activities
• Support process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls
• Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of accounts payable, accounting, bookkeeping, or related experience preferred
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Experience processing high-volume invoices and vendor transactions preferred
• Experience utilizing ERP systems; JD Edwards (JDE) experience preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications required
• Experience with electronic invoice management, expense reporting, and workflow approval systems preferred

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Knowledge of accounts payable processes and accounting fundamentals
• Understanding of invoice processing, purchase orders, vendor management, and expense reimbursement practices
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Proficiency with ERP systems, data entry, and financial reporting tools

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• Work is performed primarily in an office environment
• Prolonged periods of sitting, computer use, and data entry
• Frequent interaction with vendors, internal customers, and finance team members
• Occasional lifting of files, records, or office materials up to 15 pounds

Additional Requirements

• Certain positions with IDEX Corporation and its business units require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations.
• Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations.
• Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been granted refugee or asylum status.