Accounts Payable Clerk

AP Clerk

The AP Clerk at Service Electric Company is a detailed-oriented, reliable position in our finance team. This position is responsible for maintaining the accounts payable process, receiving and processing all invoices, and paying vendors in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner. The ideal candidate should have a solid understanding of basic accounting principles, be proficient in data entry and management, and possess strong organizational skills.

What You'll Do

• Receive and review invoices from vendors for accuracy and completeness.
• Match payments with invoices to ensure all outstanding balances are cleared accurately.
• Correspond with vendors regarding payment inquiries and discrepancies.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies or outstanding balances.
• Generate and maintain accurate and organized AP records, documents and other financial reports as needed.
• Complete new vendor setup forms for AR
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 3 year's experience in accounting.
• High School diploma or equivalent experience.
• Associate degree in accounting or finance preferred (not always required)
• Additional certification (e.g., Certified Accounts Payable Associate) is a plus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Advanced skills in Windows-based office software. Such as (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP) and MS Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with excellent time management with proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, fair credit practices, and collection regulations
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

What You'll Get

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS: None required.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES: None required.

TRAVEL REQUIRED: None required.

WORKING CONDITIONS: The role is primarily sedentary, involving sitting at a desk for extended periods while working on a computer. Some filing or document retrieval may be required, but physical demands are generally minimal. Occasional overtime may be required during peak periods.

NOTE: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, working conditions, physical demands, and activities may change or new ones many be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Service Electric Company provides Equal Employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company's Human Resources department.