Accounts Payable Clerk

Major wholesale distributorship in Columbia seeks Accounts Payable Clerk who completes vendor or payments by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances; analyzing invoice/expense reports; recording entries; monitoring discount opportunities; scheduling and preparing checks; resolving purchase order, contract, invoice, or payment discrepancies; insuring credit receipt; issuing stop-payments or purchase order amendments; reimbursing employee expenses. Duties and ResponsibilitiesProcess trade invoices including but not limited to Normal Supplier Invoices, Normal Freight Invoices, FB60 Transactions for the Non-Three way match divisions, Coded Invoices (General Ledger Accounts), and simple exception & banking entries in a timely manner Prepare billing information and verify any changes to support accurate and efficient billing process and financial close Assists the finance and accounting department with payment and tracking of bills and reconciling conflictsInput and process transactions into electronic accounts receivable and billing systemsAnswer trade billing questions and troubleshoot billing issues and inquiriesVerify and process personnel expense reportsLog check batches and supervise computerize check runsPaying bills and invoices in accordance with established methods and proceduresMaintaining accurate records of all Accounts Payable transactionsWorking with internal staff (purchasers) and external vendors and suppliers to clarify differences and reconcile conflictsFollowing proper procedures and taking direction from senior staff; developing technical skillsDisburse payment to suppliers, vendors, and employeesPerform timely account reconciliation by verifying entries and compare to balancesConfirm that the appropriate general ledger codes have been entered on each trade invoice ?File all trade invoices each day in the appropriate files after they have been voucheredContact suppliers or divisions for appropriate documentation to process invoices Verify trade invoices by reconciling monthly statements and related transactionsEnsure correct approval, sorting, coding, and matching of invoices/receiptsEnsure all legal and business licenses are renewed in accordance with state and federal laws annuallyProvide excellent customer service in all interactions with internal and external customers, including but not limited to personnel from other divisions, vendors, suppliers, and other departmentsPerform other job-related duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalency plus 4-5 years of experienceKnowledge with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), federal regulatory guidelines, and organizational objectivesProficiency using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets in creating pivot tables, develop charts, and complex formulasPreferred QualificationsWorking knowledge of SAP software financial modulesExcellent accuracy and attention to detail skills to process large numbers of invoicesProficiency using high mathematical concepts such as fractions, algebra, statistics, mathematical modeling, and, to some extent, calculusStrong communication skills written, verbal, persuasion, motivation, facilitation of strong working relationshipsKnowledge of other MS Office Suite and/or software applications related to job functions Excellent interpersonal, customer service, analytical/problem solving, problem management, presentation development, presentation, and communications skillsCompany DescriptionAbout A Since being founded in 2002, A Consulting has grown at a rapid pace. We provide contract , contract to hire and direct hire solutions for IT, Technical Fields, Administrative and Finance Professionals.Whether you’re a candidate looking for your dream job, or a hiring authority looking for your next top performing employee, contact the experts at A Consulting!A Consulting holds certifications as a Small Business and Minority Business Enterprise.

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