Accounts Payable Clerk at Overhead Door Corporation in Lewisville, Texas

Job Description:

General Purpose

Perform accounting and clerical duties related to the efficient maintenance and processing of accounts payable transactions.

Main Job Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

• assemble, review and verify invoices and check requests


• flag and clarify any unusual or questionable invoice items or prices


• sort, code and match invoices


• set invoices up for payment


• enter and upload invoices into system


• track expenses and process expense reports


• prepare and process electronic transfers and payments


• prepare and perform check runs


• post transactions to journals, ledgers and other records


• reconcile accounts payable transactions


• prepare analysis of accounts


• monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date


• research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues


• maintain vendor files


• correspond with vendors and respond to inquiries


• produce monthly reports


• assist with month end closing


• provide supporting documentation for audits


• maintain accurate historical records


• maintain confidentiality of organizational information

Education and Experience

• knowledge of accounts payable


• knowledge of general accounting procedures


• knowledge of relevant accounting software (such as Sage, FreshBooks, QuickBooks)


• proficient in data entry and management


• 1-3 years accounts payable or general accounting experience

Key Accounts Payable Skills and Competencies

• organizing and prioritizing


• attention to detail and accuracy


• confidentiality


• judgment


• communication skills


• vendor relationship skills


• information management skills


• problem analysis and problem-solving skills


• teamwork


• professional integrity


• ability to meet deadlines