The accounts payable clerk will be responsible for financial processing of transactions for the organization. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the position will be an integral part of the finance department located in our main office.

The ideal candidate will have a thorough knowledge of bookkeeping practices, record keeping, financial reporting and preparation of tax records and financial audits.

This job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities of and the qualifications for the position. The job description is not intended to be inclusive of all duties an individual in the position might be asked to perform or of all the qualifications that may be required now or in the future. We will not ask you to perform a task that is inherently unsafe or that you are not adequately trained to perform. When we do ask for your assistance with any job, we expect an enthusiastic and cooperative response.

• Inputting data in accounting software systems and controlling expenses by receiving, processing, verifying, and reconciling invoices.
• Processing of outgoing payments, remittances, and backup source documentation in compliance with policies and procedures.
• Reconciling processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances.
• Verifying and investigating discrepancies by reconciling vendor accounts and statements.
• Tracking and recording purchase orders.
• Paying employees by receiving and verifying expense reports.
• Verifying vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.
• Maintaining historical records of all invoices, reports, receipts, and checks.
• Recording daily, weekly, and monthly expenses.
• Meeting with Auditors, as needed.
• Ensures timely and accurate vendor payment and documentation of payment processing.
• Reporting and summarizing vendor account and payment status to vendors.
• Reviewing vendor IRS form W-9s for completeness.

• Accounting education or experience
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to complete a high volume of work within deadlines
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Good problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail

Weather, snow conditions and the number of guests play a large role in the work scheduling of Bear Valley employees.

When conditions are normal, you may be expected to work 40 up to 48 hours per week, including weekends and holidays. During busy periods – especially the holiday periods in December and the months of January and February – you may be expected to work six (6) days a week.

You must arrange for transportation to work so that you arrive at your designated workstation at the scheduled time. Keep in mind that you will often be required to drive on hilly, snowpacked, and icy road.

At any time during the ski season, Bear Valley employees are often required to perform their tasks in high winds, heavy snowfalls, low visibility, rain, and extremely cold or warm temperatures.

A professional appearance at Bear Valley is required. Please wear your name tag and uniform at all times during your scheduled shift. We will provide most of the uniform for you to do your job. This uniform is for work hours ONLY, no exceptions.

You will be required to provide some items as part of your job.

The quality, color, and style of the items must be approved by your manager prior to being worn to work. All hats worn must have the Bear Valley logo while on shift.

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The skiing/riding employee represents a model for safe skiing for both the guest and fellow employees. You are required to be aware of all safe skiing procedures, trail closures, and out-of-bounds policies of the mountain.