Overview

Dexter, a premier manufacturer and distributor of axles, suspension, brakes, doors, venting products, trailer parts and accessories, and towing components serving the commercial trailer, RV, heavy-duty, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets, has an opportunity for an Accounts Payable Clerk at our distribution facility located in Springfield, Missouri.

Dexter, headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, employs over 3,800 people in the U.S. and Canada, operates 20 manufacturing facilities, and distributes trailer parts and accessories through over 30 company-owned distribution locations. Dexter has achieved its many years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service. Dexter is a wholly owned subsidiary of DexKo Global, Inc.

Founded in 1960 by Leonard Dexter, Dexter is recognized as a progressive industry leader providing quality products manufactured in the U.S. and Canada, employing state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding equipment, and automated machining processes. Through company-owned distribution, Dexter excels in providing customers with the best in value by delivering the trailer parts you need when you need them. With over 30 warehouses nationwide and thousands of trailer parts in stock, we help our customers get the job done quickly and correctly.

For more information about our company, access Dexter's web site at www.dexteraxle.com.

Dexter offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. Dexter’s benefits package includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA, and 401(k) Plan with company contributions.

Position Summary

The Accounts Payable Clerk position’s primary job duties are to process vendor invoices, ensure timely payment, and communicate with branch and department personnel to research any discrepancies. Duties include, but are not limited to,

• process a large volume of vendor invoices/credits and other vendor requests in accordance with Dexter P&P in a timely manner
• review invoices for correct remit & billing addresses
• perform 3-way matching between PO, receiving, and invoice
• obtain missing W-9 forms and/or vendor agreements for new and re-activated vendor requests before processing invoices for payment
• properly code invoices for self-assessment of sales/use tax according to all sales/use tax regulations
• code invoices to the proper G/L account numbers and record descriptions for each transaction
• key, file, and scan documents on a timely basis
• communicate with branch and/or department personnel to receive approval and/or research discrepancies
• review and help resolve vendor statement issues as assigned

We are looking for a candidate that will take our core values to heart and has a strong drive to succeed in our industry. This position requires attention to detail, strong time management skills, and effective communication skills.

Requirements

Minimum Education Required*: High School Diploma. Associate’s degree in Accounting preferred.

Minimum Experience Required*: 1 year of experience with accounts payable or general accounting. Previous experience in ERP financial systems, 10-key by touch, and data entry;

*Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.