What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Clerk position at Brothers Desserts?
Position Summary:
The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for accurately processing vendor invoices, ensuring timely payments, and maintaining organized financial records. This position plays a key role in supporting daily financial operations in a fast-paced ice cream manufacturing environment, requiring attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process and code vendor invoices in accordance with company policies and procedures
- Match purchase orders, packing slips, and invoices for accuracy
- Reconcile discrepancies between vendor invoices and purchase orders/receipts
- Ensure timely payments to vendors via check, ACH, or wire transfers
- Maintain vendor files and ensure W-9 forms and tax documentation are up to date
- Support month-end and year-end closing by preparing AP-related reports and reconciliations
- Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve billing issues professionally and promptly
- Assist with audits by providing AP documentation and support as needed
- Communicate regularly with purchasing and receiving teams to verify deliveries and resolve discrepancies
- Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding credits or payment issues
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in Accounting or related field preferred
- 2 years of accounts payable experience, preferably in a manufacturing or food production environment
- Experience with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, QuickBooks, etc.)
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Familiarity with inventory or raw material purchase workflows is a plus