Accounts Payable Clerk

Surge Staffing; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Surge Staffing is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to support our accounting team with invoice processing, expense reports, and monthly utilities. The role requires strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines.

You will manage vendor inquiries, enter invoices, perform weekly check runs, review statements, and assist with rent and utility payments for multiple branches. A solid foundation in bookkeeping and proficiency with MS Office is desirable.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting, finance or related field is a plus.
• Previous accounts payable experience is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience with Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping, accounts payable principals, and math skills.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and expense reports.
• Enter invoices for payment; manage weekly check runs.
• Review statements for accuracy.
• Set up new vendors and request W-9 forms.
• Handle utility payments for multiple locations and rent payments for branches.
• Manage incoming emails, calls, and mail to accounting department.
• Assist with monthly closing and reporting as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Problem solving

Customer service

Education

Associate degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Summary

The Accounts Payable Clerk will report directly to A/P supervisor. We are looking for a skilled professional to assist with the processing of invoices, expense reports and monthly utilities. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to complete required tasks by specific deadlines.

Primary Functions

• Manage incoming emails, phone calls and mail to accounting department.


• Save and enter invoices for payment.


• Weekly check run.


• Statement review.


• Set up new vendors and request w-9 forms.


• Expense reports.


• Utility payments for home office, and all branches.


• Rent payments for all branches.

Qualifications and Skills

• Associate degree in accounting, finance or related fields is a plus.


• Previous accounts payable experience preferred.


• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.


• Experience with Excel, Word, and Outlook.


• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping, accounts payable principals, and math skills.


• Strong organizational skills.


• Ability to find information and resources quickly.


• Ability to make competent use of work-related equipment and materials.


• Ability to communicate with others, and work in a team environment.


• Ability to multitask.


• Strong written (including grammar) and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to provide excellent customer service skills to both internal employees and external vendors.


• Ability to take initiative approach to basic problem solving.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Surge Staffing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the employment process.

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