Accounts Payable Clerk

Position Summary

Responsible for performing a variety of accounts payable duties. Assist and support various functions of the accounting department, as necessary.

Essential Functions and Basic Duties

Assumes responsibility for the accurate and timely performance of accounts payable functions.

• Reviews source documents and matches purchase orders, invoices and receiving documents.
• Codes invoices to appropriate general ledger accounts.
• Determines optimum payment dates and takes advantage of all discounts on invoices.
• Reviews invoices to ensure correct coding, proper authorization and there are no overpayments. Ensures that approved authority is in accordance with purchasing policies.
• Checks for validity and accuracy of information; processes, records, files, and distributes related paperwork.
• Process inbound and outbound freight bills. Research both prepaid and collect freight bill questions.
• Reviews and follows up on Vouchers Payable reports and open VRMAs.
• Special projects as assigned/required.
• Update costs in the ERP system for foundry invoices.

Assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective communication, coordination, and working relations with Company personnel and with management.

• Supports Department personnel as needed.
• Answers questions from others in Accounts Payable.
• Collaborates with other departments to resolve matters relating to financial reporting and reconciliations.
• Keeps management appropriately informed of area activities and of any significant problems.
• Attends and participates in meetings as required.

Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.

• Ensures work area is clean, secure, and well maintained.
• Stays well informed regarding accounting/finance developments.
• Performs miscellaneous functions and special projects as assigned.
• Backup switchboard operator

Education/Certification

Associate’s degree in accounting and/or related work experience.

Experience Required

One year-related accounting experience preferred.

Required Knowledge

Financial bookkeeping principles and methods.

General Accounting standards, policies, procedures, and regulations.

Knowledge and understanding of Company purchasing policies.

Processes for accessing information from financial accounting systems.

Skills/Abilities

Well organized, accurate and attentive to detail.

Good math skills.

Strong computer aptitude and skills, particularly with spreadsheets.

Conscientious about timeliness of assignments and quality of work product.

Physical Activities and Requirements of this Position

Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally.

Working Conditions

A typical office. No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person