Accounts Payable Clerk jobs in Bakersfield, CA

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Accounting clerks play a vital role in most businesses and organizations by maintaining financial records and assisting with the general operations of the finance department. In many smaller or local businesses, accounting clerks might handle a broad spectrum of accounting duties such as general bookkeeping, payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable. In larger corporations and business organizations, accounting clerks tend to be assigned a very specific role in the finance department. For example, one clerk may handle multiple categories of related tasks such as accounts payable and accounts receivable. 

Accounts payable and receivable clerks work in a variety of industries and organizations. All businesses, both large and small, use accounts payable and receivable clerks to manage their financial transactions, statements, and records. Federal, state and municipal government agencies, as well as nonprofit organizations also employ these specialized clerks to monitor revenue streams, send out invoices and pay financial obligations as they come due. 

Job Duties Specific to Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable Clerks While the overall objective of accounts receivable and accounts payable clerks is to assist with the management of a company’s finance or accounting department, there are separate and distinct duties associated with the each of the positions. 

Accounts Payable Clerks manage outgoing bills and invoices on behalf of the company. These bills might include utility payments, product or inventory invoices, employee expense accounts and reimbursements. In some companies, the accounts payable clerk may also be required to assist with payroll. Some of the other specific duties associated with this position include: 

● Updating and maintaining records of expenditures 

● Sending out payments for company credit cards 

● Responding to vendor invoices 

● Ensuring that all payments are made in accordance with company policy ● Ensuring that all payments are sent on time 

● Resolving payment discrepancies and disputes on behalf of the company