Accounts Payable Clerk (Experienced Level)
Birmingham AL
Duration : 6 months
Start Date : 05/01/2025
Experience Required:
- 5 10 years of experience in accounts payable or related financial roles
Key Responsibilities:
- Review process and verify invoices for accuracy compliance and proper authorization
- Match invoices with purchase orders and receiving reports to ensure accurate billing
- Reconcile accounts payable transactions and resolve discrepancies or overdue invoices
- Maintain positive relationships with vendors and respond to inquiries or payment issues professionally
- Collaborate with procurement and other departments to streamline A/P processes
- Assist with monthend and yearend closing including reconciliations and audit preparation
- Implement process improvements and automation to enhance A/P efficiency
- Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable local state and federal regulations
- Maintain security and confidentiality of financial data in line with data protection regulations
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field (preferred)
- 2 7 years of progressive experience in accounts payable and financial transactions
- Proficiency in accounting software and tools
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and financial analysis techniques
- Familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Excellent communication and problemsolving skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy in financial processes
- Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a multitasking environment
- Commitment to ethical standards and financial integrity
- Experience coordinating or assisting with internal and external audits