Accounts Payable Clerk

Quest Recruitment Ltd; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

A legal recruitment firm in Houston is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage vendor invoices and ensure compliance with financial policies. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of accounts payable experience and be proficient in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel. This role involves processing high volumes of invoices, reconciling vendor statements, and maintaining accurate records. Competitive salary and benefits package offered for a motivated individual passionate about accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of accounts payable experience required.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Review and process vendor invoices for accuracy and compliance.
• Obtain approvals for invoices and expense reports.
• Enter invoice data into the accounting system.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Data entry skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Microsoft Excel

Needles case management software

Job description

Our Client areyoung, aggressive, tenacious, driven, and passionate legal professionals. Their rapidly growing firm in the Heights area prepares every case for trial from the time it is signed up. We try many cases a year across Texas. The firm handles catastrophic injury cases, truck wrecks, insurance claims (i.e., hailstorm, windstorm), car wrecks, work injuries, mass torts, and product liability.

The environment is high energy, and their lawyers are passionate advocates who care very much about what they do.

This position requires extensive data entry skills including A/P & A/R. Experience with QuickBooks Online, Microsoft Excel, and other traditional office software are required. Experience with Needles case management software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review and process a high volume of vendor invoices for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and procedures
• Obtain necessary approvals for invoices and expense reports
• Enter invoice data into the accounting system and ensure accurate and timely payment to vendors
• Reconcile vendor statements and follow up on any discrepancies or outstanding payments
• Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve any issues in a timely and professional manner
• Maintain accurate and complete accounts payable records and ensure compliance with internal controls and audit requirements
• Assist with month-end close processes and other ad-hoc financial reporting as needed

Requirements

• Minimum of 2-3 years of accounts payable experience
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software (e.g., Quickbooks, SAP, Oracle)
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated self-starter with a strong work ethic and a passion for accuracy and efficiency, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

A background check & three strong professional references will be required. Please do not include peers or coworkers among these references, supervisor only.

Pay is commensurate with skills and prior experience.