ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK **CONSTRUCTION**
On-siteHauppauge, New York, United States
Job Summary
Process accounts and incoming payments in compliance with financial policies, verifying, classifying, computing, posting, and recording accounts receivable data. Prepare bills, invoices, and bank deposits while reconciling the accounts receivable ledger to ensure all payments are accounted for. Resolve client billing discrepancies by sending bill reminders and contacting clients to facilitate timely invoice payments. Generate financial statements and reports detailing accounts receivable status. Answer company phone and emails with a personable demeanor, leveraging strong communication and negotiation skills. Requires proven experience in accounts payable or accounts receivable, proficiency with spreadsheets and proprietary software like Timberline/Sage or QuickBooks, and a high degree of accuracy. Salary commensurate with experience within a strong compensation package.
Required Qualifications
- Proven working experience as accounts payable clerk (or accounts receivable clerk)
- Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable principles
- Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records
- Data entry skills along with a knack for numbers
- Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and proprietary software
- Strong communication skills, both written & verbal
- Customer service orientation and negotiation skills
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Knowledge of Timberline/Sage, Quickbooks and other current industry specific accounting softwares
Desired Qualifications
- Collections experience
- Personable over the phone
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