ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK

Reports to: Controller
Job status: Non-exempt
Position Summary: The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for processing and managing all accounts payable transactions in a timely and accurate manner.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Mathematics, or related field.
• One to two years of experience in a clerical accounting position.
• Ability to manage accounts payable using accounting software and other programs.
• Accurate data entry skills.
• Comfortable with math and calculations.
• Active listening and strong communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

• Verifies approval requirements and supporting documentation on all invoices, check requests, expense, and mileage reports.
• Organizes and prepares all invoices prior to data entry into Banner.
• Enters/processes incoming invoices for payment according to the University’s payment policy or contractual agreements.
• Assigns purchase order numbers to requisitions on queue.
• Maintains accounts payables.
• Index processed invoices to BDM.
• Establish and maintain relationships with new and existing vendors.
• 1099 reporting and recordkeeping
• Process credit applications for new vendors
• Coordinate certain departmental maintenance as needed (order supplies, service copier, etc).
• Perform other duties as assigned.