Accounts Payable Clerk

at  MetroPower

Accounts Payable Clerk
MetroPower is hiring a Part Time Accounts Payable Clerk to perform a variety of accounting tasks related to the maintenance and processing of Accounts Payable transactions, records, and invoices. This position will coordinate efforts with other departments and suppliers to ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices. Work directly with co-workers within the Accounting department, project managers, and branch managers to facilitate PO corrections, holds, credits, and other AP processes. Assist with a variety of other accounting department tasks as required to support service excellence to the business.
Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable:

• Utilize AP automated invoicing system to receive invoices electronically.
• Review and process supplier invoices using a three-way match system.
• Process supplier payments for check runs.
• Send problem invoices out for correction and monitor for response to complete invoice posting.
• Reconcile supplier statements and request missing invoices.
• Process invoices and payments for temporary labor agencies.

Other Duties:

• Maintain company credit card accounts including issuing/cancelling cards, reconciling statements, and making payments.
• Complete credit applications for new suppliers.
• Create accounts and complete registration for new suppliers.
• Maintain supplier W-9 and insurance documentation.
• Authorize expense reports.

Requirements:

This position requires a general knowledge of accounting principles with a detailed understanding of Accounts Payable. Must have a desire to work in a team-based environment and contribute immediately.

• High School diploma or equivalent required, Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Applicable experience required, 2 to 4 years of experience strongly preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to multi-task are required.
• Positive safety attitude and personal integrity – both are non-negotiable.
• Strong spreadsheet skills and a good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Communication skills to deal effectively and appropriately with people, utilizing tact and diplomacy. Must be willing to initiate and build strong relationships with suppliers, team members, and branch personnel.
• Ability to reason and think logically in problem solving.
• Competence to keep company information strictly confidential.
• Ability to see details and recognize errors, working with precise standards of accuracy.

MetroPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Disabled/Veterans/Females are encouraged to apply.

• Maintain company credit card accounts including issuing/cancelling cards, reconciling statements, and making payments.
• Complete credit applications for new suppliers.
• Create accounts and complete registration for new suppliers.
• Maintain supplier W-9 and insurance documentation.
• Authorize expense reports