Accounting Clerk (AP/AR)

Posted Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 4:00 AM CLARK Material Handling Company, is a 100 year old company, and a global leader in the material handling and forklift industry. CLARK is seeking qualified candidates to join our team. This role will support both AP & AR with clerical support. They will perform general AP duties including but not limited to assist with managing the AP mailbox, process vendor invoices via 3-way match, vendor correspondence, account set up & maintenance, account reconciliations, communicate with our internal purchasing department, and routine accounting support. The position will also be cross trained to provide support and backup coverage for the primary AR clerk as needed, including during periods of high volume, PTO, or other coverage gaps. The ideal candidate is adaptable, organized, and comfortable working with numbers, and able to maintain accuracy while meeting deadlines. Accounts Payable Manage new vendor account set ups & assist with new vendor credit applications. Maintain vendor accounts including address updates, account changes and sending out updated resale tax certificates. Manage AP mailbox - save invoices in the appropriate folders, respond to vendor inquiries regarding invoices and payments, flag emails for follow-up as needed. Enter inventory invoices into the accounting system via 3-way match. Assist with preparation and process weekly check runs. Resolve invoice discrepancies, reconcile vendor statements and investigate outstanding balances. Accounts Receivable Assist with preparing daily reports related to sales and AR status. Assist with posting and accurately recording customer payments. Respond to customer questions and requests in a timely and professional manner. Communicate effectively with the sales team on customer billings and balances due. Assist with various collections activities as needed. General Accounting Support Perform account reconciliations and assist with month-end and year-end closing activities. Assist with data entry, report preparation and other routine accounting functions. Provide support for audits and financial reporting as requested. Perform other accounting-related duties as assigned. Basic Qualifications High School Education a minimum Associates degree or equivalent experience in Accounting, Finance or Business 3+ years of accounts payable, accounts receivable, bookkeeping, or related accounting experience preferred. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Good organizational and time-management skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office. Excellent Time management skills with accuracy and timeliness Basic understanding of accounting principles. Excel Skills - intermediate to advanced. Must be able to do basic formatting, formulas and pivot tables. V-look up a plus. Experience performing account reconciliations. Strong problem-solving and follow-up skills. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Experience in Baan or PRMS ERP systems a plus but not required. Must be authorized to work in the US indefinitely Working Conditions The incumbent is located in an office environment with regulated heating and cooling. Work involves using the telephone, computer equipment, viewing monitors, using a scanner, printer, calculator, etc. sitting for long periods of time performing clerical and data entry tasks. Disclaimer This position description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job; it is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential to the job. Incumbents may be required to perform other duties as assigned or as required by the needs of the business. CLARK Material Handling Company retains the discretion to change or add to the duties of the position at any time. Clark Material Handling Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr CLARK Material Handling Company