Accounts Payable and Receivable Clerk

Job description

NOTE: PTO, 401(k), paid Holidays, and competitive benefits.


Accounting Clerk - Corporate
Department: Accounting
Reports To: Accounting Manager

Job Summary
The Accounting Clerk provides essential financial and administrative support to the Accounting Department by maintaining accurate financial records, processing accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, reconciling accounts, preparing reports, and supporting daily accounting operations.

This position requires a high level of accuracy, confidentiality, and adherence to company policies, internal controls, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), HIPAA requirements, Fraud, Waste, and Abuse (FWA) guidelines, and applicable federal and state regulations. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, dependable, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.________________________________________
Key Responsibilities
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions accurately and within established timelines.
• Process virtual mail and provide administrative and accounting support to ensure efficient department operations.
• Review, investigate, resolve, and document discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Respond professionally to vendor and customer inquiries related to invoices, payments, and account information.
• Participate in retail store inventory counts and support pharmacy acquisitions, including inventory verification and accounting-related activities.
• Assist with audits, reporting requirements, and other accounting projects as needed.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, GAAP, internal controls, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• All other duties as assigned

Requirements
• Working knowledge of bookkeeping principles, accounting procedures, and financial recordkeeping practices.
• Experience preparing spreadsheets, financial reports, and performing basic data analysis.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel; accounting software experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, numerical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Highly organized, dependable and able to manage competing priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong customer service orientation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.

Work Environment
• Corporate office
• Regular interaction with pharmacy field leadership and store locations
• Occasional overnight travel required to support inventory counts and pharmacy acquisitions