Accounts Payable Clerk

Objective:

The Accounts Payable Clerk will be responsible for obtaining proper approval and coding of invoices, entering into A/P system and printing checks, mailing to vendors in a timely fashion for multiple entities. Strict attention to detail and multitask is essential in this role.

 

Role And Responsibilities:

• Receive invoices and assign to location
• Ensure appropriate approval for payment is evident
• Assign appropriate G/L code to invoice
• Print checks and obtain proper signatures
• Mail checks to vendors
• Upload ACH files to banking institutions
• Prepare 1099 filings
• Provide accurate details to ensure data integrity
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize with solid organizational skills
• Experience working in Microsoft Excel and Outlook
• Self-starter and problem solver
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work with a fast-paced progressive management team and meet deadlines

Qualifications And Education Requirements:

• Minimum of 2-year accounting degree, preferred
• 3-years of accounts payable experience
• Prior customer service experience
• Livestock background will be helpful, but not required  

Work Environment:

• Office environment utilizing variety of computer software

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit at a desk working on a computer for daily work
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to attend and participate in meetings of various lengths

Additional Requirements:

• Must have reliable transportation