Accounts Payable / Receivable Clerk

Accounts Payable Clerk

Location: Pontotoc, MS
Pay Rate: $19.00–$20.00 per hour / Depending on experience
Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Schedule: Monday–Friday, during core hours of 7:00 AM–4:30 PM
Experience Required: 3 years of job-related experience preferred

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to support daily accounting operations and help manage the company’s accounts payable processes. This position is responsible for processing invoices, reconciling accounts, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring vendors are paid accurately and on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Process, verify, and reconcile invoices and payments.
• Monitor expenses and properly code charges to accounts and cost centers.
• Verify vendor information, payment terms, and purchase orders.
• Identify and take advantage of applicable vendor discounts.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Reconcile monthly statements and accounting records.
• Maintain organized financial records and filing systems.
• Assist with accounting ledgers and other related duties as assigned.
• Ensure credits and outstanding balances are properly handled.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial and company information.

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Some college or technical coursework preferred.
• 3 years of accounts payable or related accounting experience preferred.
• Experience using Cyrock & SAP Software
• Associate degree or Certified Accounts Payable Associate certification is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Professional integrity and confidentiality.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Proficiency with standard office equipment and computer systems.

Physical Requirements

• Primarily an office-based position.
• Regularly required to sit, talk, and hear.
• Must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.
• May occasionally need to reach, bend, or stoop.

Work Environment

This position operates in a professional office environment and utilizes standard office equipment. The employee must be available during core business hours and may have the opportunity to work from home as needed.

Safety

• Follow all general office safety guidelines and company policies.

Benefits & Incentives

Eligible employees may have access to company incentive programs, including:

• Paid holidays based on length of service
• Vacation benefits
• Tuition reimbursement for qualifying programs
• Additional employee incentive opportunities