ACCOUNTS PAYABLES CLERK

About Company:

At AIH, we are committed to creating a vibrant, supportive work environment where our team members are empowered to grow professionally and contribute to the communities we love. With over $20 million invested in on-hand inventory and beautiful, conveniently located stores across Alaska, we are passionate about supporting our communities by providing quality products and services that help them thrive.

As a proud subsidiary of Bering Straits Native Corporation (BSNC) since 2015, AIH is deeply rooted in Alaska. This connection means that when you join our team, you’re joining a network dedicated to creating positive, lasting impacts in Alaska. BSNC, founded in 1972, represents more than 8,200 Alaska Native shareholders and holds a legacy of resilience and community focus.

Join AIH, where each role is an opportunity to make a difference in Alaska's future. Whether it’s through building customer relationships, supporting our stores, or joining our corporate family, every team member contributes to the mission of strengthening our communities for generations to come.

About the Role:

As an Accounts Payables Clerk in the Wholesale Trade industry, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth financial operations of our organization. Your primary responsibility will be to accurately process and record all incoming invoices, ensuring timely payments to our vendors. By maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records, you will contribute to the overall financial health of the company. Your attention to detail and strong organizational skills will be essential in this role. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with various departments to resolve any payment discrepancies and provide exceptional customer service to our vendors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Matching and entering invoices 
• Entering, posting, and reconciling invoices 
• Researching and resolving accounts payable issues with vendors/buyers/purchasing/sales 
• Maintaining account reconciliations, chargebacks and payment remittances.
• Processing incoming inventory trailers
• Support the Accounting department by completing administrative tasks.
• Other duties as assigned by the Accounts Payable Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS - EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

Required (Minimum) Qualifications:

• Microsoft Office Suite skills to include Microsoft excel experience required
• Highschool diploma or GED equivalent

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Punctuality and reliability
• Critical thinking skills
• Work ethic and flexibility
• Teamwork and communication skills
• Adaptability skills required for cross-training

Preferred qualifications/skills/experience:

• •Prior experience in an A/P role
• •Prior inventory/receiving experience
• •AA degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or Economics
• •Infor ERP experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; most of time is spent sitting in a comfortable position with occasional opportunity to move about.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Job is performed in an office setting working in proximity with other Accounting Department Team members and exposure to multiple computer screens. Requires extensive use of a computer, keyboard, mouse and multi-line telephone system. The work described herein is primarily a modern office setting. Occasional overtime may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

•No supervisory responsibilities.

 ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS

As a condition of employment, may be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results to obtain access to military base. Must have reliable transportation to/from work a necessity and must be able to obtain access to military installations.

BENEFITS 

As a full-time employee, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that forms an integral part of your total compensation. We believe that these benefits demonstrate our commitment to the well-being and professional development of our employees. (Note: these details are subject to any policy or plan changes):

• Health Insurance: You will have the opportunity to choose from a range of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for both yourself and your eligible dependents.
• Employee Discount Program: After completing 90 days of employment, you will be eligible for a generous employee discount on Alaska Industrial Hardware products. This discount can also be extended to one eligible family member.
• Retirement Savings: We offer a 401(k) plan with a company match of up to 6% of your contributions, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Continued Education Benefit: We believe in supporting your professional growth. Therefore, we provide a continued education benefit that covers up to 50% of the cost for classes aimed at enhancing your skills in your current position. Certain conditions apply.
• Life Insurance: To ensure the financial security of our employees, we provide a $50,000 life insurance policy for each employee, offering peace of mind in the event of an unforeseen circumstance, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability: We offer comprehensive coverage for both short-term and long-term disabilities, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): PTO is earned on an accrual basis, with increases based on your years of service. Additionally, you will receive paid time off for company-recognized holidays, jury duty, bereavement, and parental leave.
• Health Club Benefit: We encourage a healthy lifestyle and provide a monthly reimbursement of $50 for gym membership fees. This benefit is available to you if you attend the gym at least 8 times per month.
• Hiring Bonus: Upon completing 180 days of employment, you will receive a hiring bonus of $500 as a token of our appreciation.

Shareholder Preference Statement:

At BSNC, we prioritize the hiring, promotion, training, and retention of individuals in the following order: BSNC shareholders, BSNC shareholder descendants, and BSNC shareholder spouses.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Bering Straits Native Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We maintain a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters equal opportunities for everyone.

E-Verify Employment Verification Program:

We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program, which allows us to confirm the eligibility of our employees to work in the United States in compliance with federal immigration laws.

Drug-Free Workplace:

We maintain a drug-free workplace to ensure the safety, health, and well-being of our employees and to comply with applicable laws and regulations regarding drug use and abuse.

Please note that this information is provided for reference purposes and is subject to any updates or modifications in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.

Salary : $50,000