Accounts Payable Clerk

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Team Lead to support high-volume invoice processing and help maintain accurate financial records for our team in the Memphus area. This role is well suited for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing daily transaction work with issue resolution. The position will also contribute to vendor communication, payment accuracy, and month-end activities while following established accounting controls.

Responsibilities:

• Process a large volume of vendor invoices accurately and on schedule, including stock and drop-ship transactions.
• Review invoice details, assign proper coding, and verify batches to ensure entries meet internal procedures and quality standards.
• Investigate payment discrepancies, vendor statement issues, and invoice exceptions, escalating or resolving items as needed.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal departments to clarify pricing, freight, quantity, and payment-related questions.
• Support document and workflow systems used for invoice capture, verification reporting, and batch entry to keep processing efficient.
• Perform routine checks of batch output and transaction data to confirm accuracy and compliance with departmental guidelines.
• Assist with month-end close activities by preparing supporting documentation, reviewing aging items, and helping with accrual-related tasks.
• Contribute to audit readiness by maintaining organized records and providing documentation requested by accounting leadership.
• Help train and guide team members on accounts payable procedures, approval workflows, and vendor compliance expectations.
• Experience working in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support function.
• Hands-on ability to process invoices, apply accurate coding, and manage payment documentation.
• Familiarity with check runs, batch review, and high-volume transaction environments.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies and follow issues through resolution.
• Clear communication skills for working with vendors and partnering with internal teams.
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and month-end support activities.
• Ability to organize multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced setting.