The Accounts Payable Clerk reports to the Operations Accounting Manager and will provide direct support for processing various types of accounts payable transactions with a high level of accuracy. 

Responsibilities

• Perform the day to day processing of accounts payable invoices to ensure that transactions are processed accurately and that vendors are paid timely. 
• Accurately enter invoice data into the system for a high volume of transactions. 
• Enter invoices for a specific set of entities. 
• Reconcile invoices to purchase orders and good receipts (3-way matching). 
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies associated with the processing of invoices and escalate issues as appropriate.
• Ensure all vendor invoices are scanned and saved with appropriate naming convention. 
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies. 
• Ensure transactions comply with financial policies and procedures. 
• Other tasks as assigned. 

Qualifications 

• At least 1 year of relevant experience in Accounts Payable or similar data processing role.
• Meticulous and self-motivated individual with good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage high volume transactions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Open to change and willing to learn new skills.
• Ability to follow up on pending issues.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize your own work activities, manage time efficiently and follow policies and procedures.
• Motivated self-starter.
• Computer skills including the ability to operate computerized accounting and Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality concerning financial data.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with all levels of staff.