Accounts Payable/Receivable and Payroll Clerk Company Duck Inn Inc.

Location Havre, MT

Date Posted 09/17/2026

Description Experience Required Yes

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  Minimum Education Required Yes
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  Training Required/Provided See job description
  Expected Start Date 10/01/2026
  Compensation $ / hourly
  Hours Per Week 40
  Number Of Positions 1
  Shift Monday
• Friday 9am
• 5pm, or 8am
• 4pm
  Job Description

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE/RECEIVABLE AND PAYROLL CLERK DUCK INN INC.

dba Duck inn Restaurant, Emporium Food & Fuel Store, Best Western Plus Great Northern Inn

JOB SUMMARY

This is advanced clerical work involving the preparation of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll. The AP/AR/Payroll Clerk reports to the Board of Directors and is responsible for providing financial, administrative and clerical services. This includes processing and monitoring payments and expenditures and preparing and monitoring the payroll system. Providing these services in an effective and efficient manner will ensure that Duck Inn Inc. finances are accurate and up to date, that staff are paid in a timely and appropriate manner and that vendors and suppliers are paid within established time limits. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. Although this is our preferred list, we will also consider candidates with relevant experience and ability, even if they lack some qualifications.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS ACCOUNTS PAYABLE

• Handle daily accounts payable tasks to keep Duck Inn Inc. finances accurate and up to date.
• Receive and verify invoices and requisitions for goods and services.
• Confirm that all transactions follow financial policies and procedures.
• Monitor vendor payments, track potential discounts, verify federal ID numbers, and regularly reconcile vendor accounts with monthly statements.
• Prepare invoice batches for data entry, process payments, schedule checks, and resolve any purchase order or payment discrepancies.
• Make sure credits are received for outstanding memos and issue stop-payments or amendments when needed.
• Maintain accounting ledgers by confirming and posting transactions.
• Process backup reports after data entry.
• Record checks and prepare for mailing.
• Disburse petty cash while keeping accurate records and verifying documentation.
• Continuously update professional knowledge through training opportunities.
• Keep accounts payable listings and general ledger current, update vendor files and W9s, and handle 1099 generation and management.

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE

• Processing customer payments, refunds, and adjustments.
• Reconciling customer accounts and identify discrepancies.
• Maintaining accurate customer files, including invoices and payment records.
• Research and resolve customer inquiries.
• Process monthly accounts receivable statements and prepare for mailing. PAYROLL
• Carry out payroll functions to ensure timely and accurate staff payment.
• Process paperwork for new hires, enter employee data into the payroll system, and maintain confidential employee files.
• Manage employee forms like W4s, Federal Form I-9, and MW-4, and insurance enrollments.
• Calculate salaries, benefits, check timesheets, and wage calculations for errors.
• Confirm pay amounts, hours, and deductions, enter adjustments as needed for errors or retroactive changes.
• Batch and enter payroll data, distribute ACH files and paycheck stubs.
• Prepare and remit source deductions and payroll taxes.
• Update employee information records as necessary.
• Provide administrative support to enable efficient office operations, maintain organized financial document filing systems, and safeguard confidentiality for all financial and employee files.
• Record employee information, such as exemptions, transfers, and resignations, to maintain and update payroll records.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities
• Organize or destroy records according to retention laws andply with unclaimed property reporting requirements.
• Process payroll quarterly reports, such as Form 941, UI-5, and annual reports 940, W-2/W-3.
• Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training and Experience Graduation from a standard high school or GED, three (3) years full-time experience in payroll, accounts payable and data processing. Experience using aputer-based software payroll and accounting systems. Typing, 10-key proficiency andputer literacy. Associate's degree in accounting/bookkeeping preferred.

• Experience with QuickBooks Desktop/Enterprise financial systems including implementation and updating of system applications
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with a focus on detail
• Strong accuracy in numbers coding
• Ability to type onputer and use 10 key calculators
• Excellentmunication in both written and oralmunication

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to operate a motor vehicle and perform off-site errands (e.g. bank and post office) as an essential function of the position, with or without reasonable amodations. Must possess a valid driver's license or otherwise meet the requirements to legally operate a motor vehicle.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Proficient knowledge of payroll and purchasing policies, procedures and practices; knowledge of accounting principles, accounts payable and maintaining general ledgers.

• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering financial and payroll information.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality concerning financial and employee files.
• Knowledge ofputer software operations including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of office terminology, equipment, practices and procedures.
• Ability to process a large volume of accounts payable/payroll rapidly and accurately.
• Ability to understand and followplex, oral and written instructions.
• Ability to prepare and maintain payroll and vendor files.
• Ability to establish and maintain vendor relationships.
• Ability to identify errors and take corrective action.
• Ability to readputer outs; ability tomunicate effectively.
• Ability to perform duties with limited supervision.
• Ability to meet time sensitive deadlines.
• Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, statistics, and their applications.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Knowledge of Federal and State payroll laws.
• Demonstrate the following skills excellent interpersonal skills.
• Bookkeeping skills; analytical and problem-solving skills; decision making skills.
• Effective verbal and listeningmunication skills.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Very effective organizational skills and ability to prioritize.
• Effective writtenmunication skills.
• Computer skills including the ability to operateputerized accounting, spreadsheet and word processing programs, and e-mail at a highly proficient level.
• Stress management skills.
• Time management skills.
• Be honest and trustworthy; be respectful; be flexible.
• Demonstrate sound work ethics.
• Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to sit for a prolonged period, type, bend/stoop, reach above shoulders, kneel, push, pull, squat, lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to see and hear adequately to perform job duties, with or without corrective devices.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is performed inside an office setting.

HOURS WORKED

• Monday through Friday 800 am to 400 pm/or 900 am
• 500pm in the office unless duties require you to be away from assigned workstation.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

• Competitive wage
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Discretionary bonuses may be available based on individual performance and overallpany performance.
• A fuel allowance may be provided based on job duties and business needs.
• Paid Time Off
• Use of pool, spa, fitness at hotel
• Discounted hotel stays
• Discounted meal benefit Employment is contingent upon successfulpletion of a background check in accordance with applicable law.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Our corporation maintains a policy of equal employment opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), genetic information, veteran status, marital or familial status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require reasonable amodation toplete the application or interview process may notify the employer. Reasonable amodations will be provided in accordance with applicable law. Is this a registered apprenticeship? False

Place of Work On-site Requisition ID Management Job Type Full Time Application Instructions Please send resume, andpleted job application to duckinnincgmail or Mail to PO Box 1430 Havre, MT 59501