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Robert Half
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.
$47,502 / year median in Pennsylvania
-14% projected decline
Job Description
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Accounts Payable opportunity available with a large corporation located in Pittsburgh! The Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for:- Reviewing & processing invoices for payment by entering the amounts, quantities, dates and other pertinent invoice data into the company's ERP platform
- Coding invoices and expenses to the proper general ledger accounts; correct any incorrect coding
- Verifying that the invoice matches the purchase orders and requests for payment, research & resolve any discrepancies
- Reviewing & processing vouchers, garnishments and other check requests
- Verifying check amounts and preparing general ledger entries prior to check runs
- Reviewing internal purchase orders and check requests for accuracy and that proper approvals have been obtained
- Assisting with check runs by ensuring the payment information is accurate and current
- Maintaining vendor files to ensure accurate billing information and documentation has been received and is on file
- Reviewing account statements and follow up on any missing invoices or discrepancies to the statement compared
- Answering vendor inquiries regarding payment information (payment status, amount, invoices paid, payment method, etc.) Main Requirement; To be considered for the Accounts Payable Specialist you must have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business. Other requirements for the AP Specialist include:
- Strong attention to detail is required
- Strong communication skills are required (both oral and written)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including writing and modifying formulas and utilizing pivot tables The company is willing to teach Entry Level Accountants so long as you have the interest in learning AND meet the requirements listed in this job description.
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting is preferred however a major in Business and/or Finance will also be considered.
- Proficiciency to manage high-volume invoice processing with a high level of accuracy.
- Knowledge of purchase orders, general ledger coding, and vendor statement reconciliation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Teams, Outlook, and Word. Specific proficiency in Microsoft Excel includes formulas and pivot tables.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with vendors and internal stakeholders.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to spot and correct discrepancies efficiently.
- Comfortable navigating and learning new software applications, including their ERP and AP processing system.
- whenever you choose
- even on the go.