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Rowan College at Burlington County
Accounts Payable I
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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.
$50,086 / year median in New Jersey
-8% projected decline
Job Description
The Accounts Payable I position is responsible for maintaining the Accounts Payable process, including scheduling and maintaining appropriate work flow of accounts payable to ensure accurate and timely payments and reporting. Includes handling the 1099 Process (1099-Misc and 1099-NEC tax forms). This is a Support Staff Union position as stated in the Support Staff collective bargaining agreement Grade Level 9. Ensure bills are paid in a timely and accurate manner, while adhering to departmental procedures. Review accounts payable documents for proper signatures, account numbers, receipt of goods, and invoice amounts; correct and verify any differences. Process invoices for payment. Verify entries and printed checks before mailing. Ensure proper recording of payment credits. Reconcile vendor monthly statements and payment records/related transactions. Maintain and/or assist with maintaining employee travel by generating travel reimbursements and reconciling travel expense reports. Produce required accounts payable, refund, and financial aid check reports. Follow up on accepted purchase orders and open blanket orders. Maintain current and historical A/P records. Maintain relationships with new and existing vendors. Process 1099-Misc and 1099-NEC tax forms in a timely and accurate manner. Analyze workflow processes, while continuing to improve and streamline current payment processes. Assist departments with expenditures, balances, and track outgoing payments as necessary. Assist with financial audits. Perform other related duties as assigned.