Accounts Payable Clerk

The Raymond; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Raymond in Kansas City, MO is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to join our finance team. You will manage full AP processes, ensure timely payments, and maintain accurate vendor records while upholding internal controls and accounting standards.

The ideal candidate has strong numerical skills, experience in accounting, and proficiency with accounting software, with a focus on accuracy and collaboration across departments.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in the accounts payable/receivable field.
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Strong numerical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Alphabetize, code and enter invoices and credits into EBS system; balance invoices and credits daily.
• Prepare weekly payment reports and issue checks for invoices due.
• Upload data to sales tax software and reconcile sales tax accounts.
• Enter new vendors into EBS and maintain vendor files.
• Communicate with vendors and internal managers to resolve discrepancies.
• Audit employee expense reports for policy compliance and receipts; reconcile receivables monthly.
• Deposit incoming payments and maintain records.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Accounts payable experience

Accounting principles

Numerical accuracy

Vendor communications

Education

Bachelor's in accounting/finance

Associate’s degree

Tools

EBS system

Job description

Description

With over 100 years of combined expertise, Raymond Central develops and deploys custom material handling solutions for the world's most trusted companies. As a certified Raymond dealer, we offer new and pre-owned lift trucks and forklifts, parts, storage solutions, integrated systems, fleet management and other services to support our client's operations.

Accounts Payable Clerk (Kansas City, MO)

We offer competitive pay, PTO/paid holidays, medical/dental/vision, retirement matching, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive training, and a variety of opportunities for professional growth.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a detailed-oriented and organized individual to join our finance team. In this role, you will manage the full cycle of accounts payable processes, ensuring vendors are paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with internal controls and accounting standards. The ideal candidate possesses strong numerical acumen, excellent communication skills, and proficiency with accounting software.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

• Alphabetize, code and enter invoices and credits into EBS system. Balance invoices and credits each day. File and maintain files of all invoices and credits.
• Prepare weekly reports, highlighting all invoices to be paid. Each week prepare checks for invoices due for payment. Match invoice to check, mail check, balance and file check copy.
• Upload transaction data into sales tax software for state tax remittance and reconcile sales tax accounts in the EBS system.
• Assist in entering all new vendors into EBS System, maintaining vendor files, and updating as needed.
• Communicate professionally with external vendors and internal department managers to resolve billing discrepancies, missing approvals, or payment inquiries.
• Audit employee expense reports for policy compliance and proper receipt documentation. Reconcile employee receivables monthly, sending letters to those who need to turn in receipts.
• Deposit incoming payments.
• Various additional responsibilities as assigned by management.

Ideal candidate will possess:

-Extensive experience in the accounts field within an accounts payable or receivable group

-Knowledge of accounting principles

-Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Minimum requirements:

-Associate’s degree

-2-4+ year experience within an accounting group in a professional setting

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