Accounts Payable Job Description

Use the accounts payable job description to understand the typical accountancy job activities and general requirements for an accounts payable clerk in the organization.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE

General Purpose

Perform accounting and clerical tasks related to the efficient maintenance and processing of accounts payable transactions.

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities

• review invoices and check requests
• sort and match invoices and check requests
• set invoices up for payment
• process check requests
• prepare and process accounts payable checks, wire transfers and ACH payments
• reconciliation of payments
• prepare analysis of accounts
• monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date
• resolve invoice discrepancies
• vendor file maintenance
• correspond with vendors and respond to inquiries
• produce monthly reports
• assist in month end closing

Education and Experience

• knowledge of accounts payable 
• knowledge of general accounting procedures
• knowledge of relevant computer applications
• proficient in data entry and management
• 1-3 years accounts payable and general accounting experience

Key Competencies

• organizing and prioritizing
• attention to detail and accuracy
• confidentiality
• judgment
• communication skills
• information management skills
• problem-solving skills