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Accounts Payable Clerk
Job Location:
Job Location:
Syracuse, NY - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 17 - 21
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
29 September 2026 (3 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
27 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Accounts Payable Clerk Finance Department- Full Time
Join the Rescue Mission Team!
Rate of Pay:$17.00-21.00 per hour
Join the Rescue Mission Team!
Rate of Pay:$17.00-21.00 per hour
Put Love Into Action
At the Rescue Mission our mission is to put love into action through food shelter clothing and hope. We are seeking an organized detail-oriented and service-focused Accounts Payable Clerk to join our Finance team.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with financial information values accuracy and can effectively balance independent responsibilities with collaboration in a fast-paced team environment.
Position Summary
The Accounts Payable Clerk supports the Rescue Missions day-to-day accounting operations by coordinating accounts payable activities and helping ensure vendor invoices are entered accurately and paid in a timely manner. This position also assists with vendor inquiries purchase order follow-up financial recordkeeping grant documentation annual filings journal entries and other department responsibilities
What Youll Do
Accounts Payable and Vendor Support
- Coordinate the timely and accurate entry of vendor invoices into the general ledger system.
- Prepare vendor statement reconciliations as needed.
- Respond to inquiries from staff clients and vendors in a professional courteous and efficient manner.
- Assist with follow-up on open purchase orders.
- Organize and maintain accounts payable records.
Accounting and Financial Support
- Scan print organize and file financial documentation to support monthly grant vouchering.
- Assist with annual filings including 1099 preparation.
- Record monthly and year-end journal entries to support the month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Provide cross-coverage for other Accounting positions as needed.
- Support the Rescue Missions financial guidelines and internal controls.
- Perform other accounting-related responsibilities as assigned.
Receiving and Purchase Order Support
- Receive review and record incoming shipments.
- Verify that received items and quantities match the corresponding purchase orders.
- Assist Procurement and Accounts Payable with resolving or following up on open purchase orders.
Team and Organizational Support
- Maintain regular and predictable in-person attendance.
- Complete assigned work accurately productively and with a focus on quality.
- Stay current with assigned training and organizational policy changes.
- Contribute to a collaborative team environment and support the Rescue Missions mission and values.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Associate degree preferred or a minimum of three years of accounting or bookkeeping experience.
- Previous accounting experience and a general working knowledge of accounts payable.
- Practical experience using Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience using Microsoft Excel and Word is preferred.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
- Ability to prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced client-focused setting.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to approach situations thoughtfully and methodically.
- Ability to provide professional and responsive customer service to staff clients and vendors.
What Makes You Successful
- You are organized and attentive to details.
- You take ownership of your work and follow through on responsibilities.
- You communicate professionally and respectfully.
- You are comfortable managing multiple priorities.
- You value teamwork while also working effectively on your own.
- You approach challenges with a problem-solving mindset.
- You understand the importance of accuracy confidentiality and internal controls when handling financial information.
- You are committed to supporting the Rescue Missions mission and values.
Why Join the Rescue Mission
Working at the Rescue Mission is an opportunity to have more than just a career. It is a chance to be part of a team that makes a difference every day. Our mission and values are reflected in our daily work throughout the organization.
The Rescue Mission offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes medical dental and vision insurance; a 401(k); flexible spending accounts; paid time off; group and voluntary life insurance; short-term disability; and more.
Join our team and help us put love into action through food shelter clothing and hope.
Required Experience:
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About Company
Put your love into action. Giving to the Rescue Mission is the best and quickest way to change a life. A financial gift, donated items, your old vehicle, or even a legacy gift ensures a bed today or a meal tomorrow
