What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Clerk position at Baumer Foods, Inc?
Accounts Payable Clerk
Position Description: We are looking for a skilled Accounts Payable Clerk to be responsible for processing invoices received for payment in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner. This hourly position is based in our Metairie, LA corporate office and reports to the Director of Finance and Administration.
Responsibilities:
- Process check requests and expense reports in compliance with company procedures by:
- receiving vendor invoices via email, mail, and portal
- matching invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents
- researching and resolving discrepancies
- coding expenses to appropriate general ledger accounts
- obtaining required internal approvals
- entering invoice data into system
- Provides excellent customer service to vendors and internal departments, via email and telephone.
- Reconciles processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to general ledger account balances.
- Ensures account credit is received for returned items and other outstanding memos.
- Verifies vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.
- Reconciles related general ledger accounts monthly and assists with month-end closing.
- Cross-trains in other financial areas.
- Assists with other tasks as requested.
Requirements:
- High school diploma.
- One year of experience in accounts payable or general accounting.
- Understanding of basic accounting principles.
- High degree of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail.
- Ability to identify and resolve issues with minimal supervision.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
What we offer:
- Compressed 40-hour work week: Monday through Thursday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm and Friday 8:00 am to 2:00 pm.
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Relaxed office environment.