Accounts Payable Clerk

Accounts Payable Clerk

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. More people choose D.R. Horton than any other builder; and as America's Builder, we focus on providing high-quality homes designed for all. D.R. Horton also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at for more information! Our teams create memorable experiences for our customers and each other! While we are in the business of building homes, #WeBuildPeopleToo; and our people are at the center of every decision. Are you ready to experience the D.R. Horton difference?

About the position: We are currently seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk in our growing Birmingham/Tuscaloosa division! Our AP Clerks process invoices, approve expense statements, ensure timely completion of tasks, and maintain data accuracy. Our ideal candidate is an early career professional who has excellent attention to detail; is comfortable communicating with internal and external customers; and is open to learning!

Essential Functions:

• Enter invoices and schedule them for payment
• Reconcile invoices
• Communicate with vendors to correct invoices, as needed
• Set-up vendors and maintain vendor insurance
• Approve key expense statements/reimbursements for payment
• Input permit account entries
• Research past-due invoices as well as bills to verify that the Company owned the property at the time of the bill
• Other duties as assigned

Competencies:

• Accuracy: Possess ability to accurately process and record high volumes of numerical data
• Ethical: Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organizational values.
• Communication: Demonstrated ability to interact respectfully with all customers and colleagues. Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills are essential along with the ability to listen intently to others
• Vendor Relations: Maintains customer and vendor satisfaction; initiates new contacts with vendors; maintains records; promptly submits paperwork/invoices to correct teams
• Time Management: Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, meet deadlines, remain organized, and focused on work; as well as maintain accuracy and high attention to detail in fast-paced environment.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 6 months of related experience/training
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and email
• Ability to work overtime as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 year of Accounts Payable experience
• Knowledge of general accounting functions
• Experience with payroll software and data entry

Working environment: Accounts Payable Clerks work in a typical office environment with moderate noise levels. Candidates should be comfortable frequently communicating with vendors and colleagues face-to-face, over the phone, or through electronic means. Candidates should be able to sit for the majority of an 8-hour work-day as well as possess the ability to traverse across the office; use hands to handle or feel objects and reach; possess close and peripheral vision; and be able to speak and hear.

D.R. Horton offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes, but is not limited to: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Flexible Spending Accounts 401(k) Vacation, Sick, Personal Time, and Company Holidays Life Insurance Employee Stock Purchase Plan Note: Statements included in this description are intended to reflect in general, the duties and responsibilities of this position and are not to be interpreted as being all-inclusive.