Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
We are helping a prestigious client find an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a corporate accounting team in Memphis, Tennessee. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in accurate financial processing, stays organized in a fast-paced environment, and communicates well with both vendors and internal teams. The position supports daily payable operations, helps maintain compliance with payment procedures, and contributes to efficient month-end close activities.
Responsibilities:
- Examine incoming invoices for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to company payment guidelines.
- Enter, classify, and reconcile invoices within the accounts payable system, including handling exceptions and special processing needs.
- Prepare weekly payment batches and issue manual payments when urgent or nonstandard situations require them.
- Apply proper coding to invoices and supporting documents to ensure correct posting across accounts.
- Respond to vendor questions, investigate payment issues, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Assist with closing activities by organizing payable records and supporting account reconciliation at month end.
- Collaborate with other accounting team members to keep workflows moving efficiently and provide coverage when needed.
- Maintain compliance with established procedures when processing invoices, approvals, and disbursements.
- At least 3 years of experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support position.
- Working knowledge of invoice processing, invoice coding, check runs, and payment reconciliation.
- Experience using Yardi for accounts payable tasks or similar property management accounting software.
- Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and standard accounts payable practices.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and general computer applications, including the ability to update and manage spreadsheets.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; additional coursework in business or accounting is preferred.
- Ability to work effectively with accounting staff, operations teams, and external vendors in a collaborative environment.