Trainee Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description:



Job Summary: The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for ensuring that the business pays its invoices accurately and on time. This position plays a critical role in maintaining financial accuracy and fostering positive relationships with suppliers and contractors.



Key Responsibilities:

• Receive and record the receipt of invoices.

• Process invoices to ensure payments are accurate and timely.

• Request statements from invoicing contractors or businesses when not provided.

• Execute payment runs efficiently.

• Match invoices with receipts to ensure consistency.

• Reconcile business accounts to verify that amounts paid reflect goods and services received.

• Address queries from suppliers, contractors, and other business departments regarding accounts payable or payments made.

• Distribute copies of invoices to finance staff and relevant departments.

• Process and file year-end 1099 forms.

• Manage and set up vendor accounts.

• Complete credit applications as needed.