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Heritage General Contracting
Accounts Payable Clerk
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
An Accounts Payable or Receivable Clerk keeps records of accounts and financial transactions, with specific responsibility for Accounts Payable/Receivable. Works for a business or bookkeeping service. Provides information for financial and tax reports completed by an accountant.
$51,058 / year median in Alaska
-13% projected decline
Job Description
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, credit card transactions, employee expense reimbursements, and other accounts payable transactions. This position supports the financial operations of the dealership by maintaining accurate accounting records, ensuring timely payments, and providing administrative support to the accounting department.Key Responsibilities:
- Review vendor invoices for accuracy, completeness, and required approvals.
- Enter invoices into the accounting system accurately and in a timely manner.
- Match invoices to purchase orders.
- Route invoices for approval.
- Resolve vendor inquiries/discrepancies.
- Maintain supporting documentation.
- Process vendor payments in accordance with payment terms and identify available discounts.
- Maintain accurate general ledger coding for accounts payable transactions.
- Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies.
- Process and reconcile company credit card transactions.
- Review and process employee expense reimbursements.
- Prepare accounts payable aging reports.
- Maintain organized electronic and physical accounting records.
- Assist with month-end and year-end accounting processes as assigned.
- Respond promptly to vendor and internal accounting inquiries.
- Assist with general administrative and office duties as required.
- Recommend process improvements that increase efficiency and strengthen internal controls.
- Maintain confidentiality of all financial and employee information.
Skills & Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required; post-secondary education in accounting or business administration is considered an asset.
- Previous accounts payable or bookkeeping experience preferred.
- Experience with the construction, retail and service industries is considered an asset.
- Experience with accounting software is required.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.