Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk supports the day-to-day operational activities of an organization's accounts receivable and accounts payable functions. Ensures transactions are recorded promptly and accurately in accordance with internal accounting policies. Being an Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk creates and distributes invoices to customers and verifies, records, and posts payments received. Reviews purchase orders, statements, and invoices to verify amounts owed and records and processes payments for debts owed by the organization. Additionally, Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk responds to customer or vendor inquiries regarding payments or billing and researches and resolves discrepancies. Maintains and reconciles accounts payable and receivable ledger accounts. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be an Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Description
Performs a variety of detailed accounting duties in accordance with standard accounting procedures under the general supervision and guidance of the Controller. Assures timelines are met with the highest attention to detail.
QUALIFICATION/REQUIREMENTS/EDUCATION
• High school diploma, GED, trade school, or equivalent.
• Accounting and/or bookkeeping experience preferred.
• Must be able to operate 10-key calculator by touch with a high degree of accuracy.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate relevant information across departments and externally to business partners.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Seeks out work, offers assistance or guidance when appropriate.
• Possess strong time management and organizational skills.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (include the following, however, other duties may apply)
• Checks and verifies regular entry detail for AP completeness and accuracy.
• Help in other areas of accounting when needed.
• Completes weekly check runs for invoices received.
• Answers phone calls and sorts mail as needed.
• Posts data to registers, ledgers, and cost sheets.
• Performs accounting related filing duties.
Prepares Bank Reconciliation
Performs data entry of inventory, transaction posting, and ledger entries
Double-checks and verifies data entry
Acts as back-up for accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as needed
Performs various accounting related filing
Complete special projects as assigned
Requirements
This job description is not meant to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required to perform this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
High school diploma, GED, trade school, or equivalent
Accounting and Bookkeeping experience preferred
Must be able to operate 10-key calculator by touch with a high degree of accuracy
Must be able to operate CRT and PC
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