Accounts Payable (AP) Clerk

BEOWULF ELECTRICITY & DATA LLC; Hawesville (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

BEOWULF ELECTRICITY & DATA LLC in Kentucky is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to review and process supplier invoices, match them to POs, and ensure accurate coding and timely payments. The role supports month-end close, reconciliations, and vendor inquiries within an office-based environment.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of AP experience, an associate degree in accounting or related field, and proficiency with ERP systems and Excel.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of accounts payable or accounting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review, verify, and process vendor invoices for payment.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents.
• Prepare and process weekly payment runs (checks, ACH, wire).
• Maintain vendor records and respond to inquiries; resolve discrepancies.
• Reconcile statements and monitor AP aging; assist with month-end close.

Skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

AS or AA in Accounting/Finance/Business

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Invoice workflow software

Job description

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Kentucky, Hawesville, KY, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1090

Key Responsibilities

• Review, verify, and process vendor invoices for payment.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents.
• Ensure proper account coding and approval documentation.
• Prepare and process weekly payment runs, including checks, ACH, and wire transfers.
• Maintain accurate vendor records and update vendor information as required.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate outstanding items.
• Process employee expense reimbursements in accordance with company policy.
• Assist with month-end and year-end accounts payable closing activities.
• Prepare accruals and supporting documentation as assigned.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical AP files.
• Support audit requests by providing required documentation and account analysis.
• Monitor AP aging reports and ensure timely payment of obligations.
• Assist with implementation and improvement of AP processes and controls.
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

• 1-3 years of accounts payable or accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems and invoice workflow software preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Knowledge of accounts payable processes and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with financial information.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 15 pounds.
• Primarily office-based environment.
• Regular interaction with vendors, managers, procurement teams, and finance personnel.

Reporting Relationship

Reports to the Site Controller.

Performance Measures

• Invoice processing accuracy.
• Timeliness of payments.
• Vendor issue resolution.
• Compliance with company policies and internal controls.
• Successful completion of month-end AP responsibilities.
• Audit support effectiveness and documentation quality.