AP Accounting Clerk

Description:

AP Accounting Clerk

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employee Perks

As a team member at Fidelity Manufacturing, you'll enjoy:

- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

- Paid Holidays and Sick Time

- Career advancement and bonus opportunities

- Fun Events!

- Paid vacation days

- 401K

- Profit Sharing

About Us

FIDELITY MANUFACTURING is part of the backup Power Generation Industry. We design and build back up power packages (to include tanks and enclosures) for large and small health, industrial, and technology-oriented businesses that cannot have a power lapse at any time.

We are looking for the perfect candidate to expand our accounting team!

Applicants should be:

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a strong background in accounts payable

- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as other accounting software programs.

- Ability to operate related office equipment, such as computers, 10-key calculator, and copier.

- Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.

- Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers.

- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

- Complete a pre-employment drug screening.

Overview

responsible for processing and paying a company's bills and invoices. They verify invoice accuracy, reconcile statements, and ensure timely payments to vendors. This role also involves managing vendor relationships, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining accurate records.

Essential Functions

- Receives and verifies expense reports; reconciles expense and other financial reports with account balances and other office records.

- Facilitates payment of vendors, which may include verification of federal ID numbers, reviewing purchase orders, and resolving discrepancies.

- Ensures outstanding obligations are credited upon payment, identifies discount opportunities, and issues purchase order amendments or stop-payment orders as needed.

- Assists with accounting records and ledgers by reconciling monthly statements and transactions.

- Records entry of, verifies documentation for, and distributes petty cash.

- Calculates and reports sales tax based on paid invoices.

- Other related duties as assigned.

Education:

High school diploma or GED certificate is typically required, but an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field can be beneficial.

Required Qualifications/Training

- Proficiency in Accounting Software: Experience with software like QuickBooks, SAP, or other relevant systems is crucial.

- Microsoft Office Suite: Strong proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook is expected.

- Data Entry: Accuracy and speed in entering financial data are essential.

Soft Skills:

- Attention to Detail: AP clerks must be meticulous and accurate in their work.

- Organizational Skills: Maintaining records and managing multiple tasks efficiently is vital.

- Communication Skills: Effective written and verbal communication is needed to interact with vendors and internal staff.

- Problem-Solving: The ability to identify and resolve discrepancies or issues in invoices is important.

- Mathematical Ability: Accuracy in calculating figures and amounts is required.

Other:

- Understanding of Accounting Principles: A foundational knowledge of basic accounting principles is expected.

- Knowledge of Federal and State Accounting Requirements: Familiarity with relevant laws and regulations is helpful.

- Reliability and Trustworthiness: AP clerks often handle sensitive financial information.

Fidelity Manufacturing

www.fidelitymfg.com

Requirements:

Qualifications:

- High school diploma or GED certificate is typically required, but an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field can be beneficial.

- Proficiency in Accounting Software: Experience with software like QuickBooks, SAP, or other relevant systems is crucial.

- Microsoft Office Suite: Strong proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook is expected.

- Data Entry: Accuracy and speed in entering financial data are essential.

- Attention to Detail: AP clerks must be meticulous and accurate in their work.

- Organizational Skills: Maintaining records and managing multiple tasks efficiently is vital.

- Communication Skills: Effective written and verbal communication is needed to interact with vendors and internal staff.

- Problem-Solving: The ability to identify and resolve discrepancies or issues in invoices is important.

- Mathematical Ability: Accuracy in calculating figures and amounts is required.

- Understanding of Accounting Principles: A foundational knowledge of basic accounting principles is expected.

- Knowledge of Federal and State Accounting Requirements: Familiarity with relevant laws and regulations is helpful.

- Reliability and Trustworthiness: AP clerks often handle sensitive financial information.