Temporary Accounting Clerk

Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Summary

The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for processing the data necessary to prepare accounts payable invoices for payment. This position maintains all files for accounts payable.

Essential Duties

• Processes Accounts Payable invoices within the Meditech System.
• Prepares and distributes Accounts Payable checks on a weekly basis.
• Maintains Accounts Payable files.
• Works with vendors on all Accounts Payable issues.
• Coordinates Accounts Payable processing with Materials Management.
• Produces manual Accounts Payable checks on demand.
• Reconciles Accounts Payable vendor statements.
• Must be able to work with tight deadlines for Accounts Payable.
• Prepares various Accounts Payable analyses for the Controller and CFO.

Qualification Requirements

Education and License

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in accounting or a business-related field preferred.

Certifications

Experience

• Three to five years of experience processing Payroll and Accounts Payable in a hospital setting.
• Basic understanding of bookkeeping and accounting skills.

Additional Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines for accounts payable.
• Attention to detail.
• Must always interact in a professional manner with employers and vendors.

Work Environment

Works indoors in an air-conditioned environment.

Physical Demands

Frequent use of computer and phone, and other standard office machines. Must be able to stand, sit, stoop, twist, kneel, reach, push, pull using proper body mechanics and move or lift varying amounts of weight up to a maximum of 20 lbs.