Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support daily payables operations for an automotive organization in Columbus, Ohio. This position focuses on reviewing incoming invoices, confirming documentation and approvals, and maintaining accurate financial records. The role also contributes to timely month-end activities by preparing entries and reconciling selected general ledger accounts.

Responsibilities:
• Review vendor invoices and credit memos to confirm accuracy, completeness, and legitimacy before processing
• Verify that payment requests include supporting records, correct account assignments, and the necessary authorization approvals
• Process invoices by aligning vendor bills with purchase orders and receiving documentation while resolving exceptions in the PO workflow
• Maintain organized accounts payable records to support audit readiness and efficient document retrieval
• Assist with payment cycle activities, including preparing items for check runs and helping ensure disbursements are completed on schedule
• Support month-end close by preparing journal entries and reconciling assigned general ledger accounts
• Communicate with internal departments and vendors to address invoice discrepancies, missing details, and approval delays• Experience working in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role
• Ability to process invoices accurately, including coding expenses to the appropriate accounts
• Familiarity with matching invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents
• Understanding of payment authorization controls and documentation requirements
• Experience supporting check run activities and routine accounts payable operations
• Working knowledge of journal entries, account reconciliation, and month-end close tasks
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage a high volume of transactions with accuracy