Accounts Payable Clerk

The Council of Industry; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an Accounts Payable Clerk in Ridgefield, NJ, where your attention to detail and organizational skills will shine. This role involves processing invoices, managing vendor payments, and maintaining accurate financial records in a supportive environment. The company values innovation and teamwork, offering comprehensive benefits including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan. If you are passionate about finance and eager to contribute to an inclusive workplace, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan with matching contributions

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of experience in accounts payable or general accounting.
• Strong Excel skills including VLOOKUP and pivot tables.

Responsibilities

• Receive, process, verify, and reconcile invoices.
• Work with vendors to secure available payment discounts.
• Prepare monthly AP accruals and collaborate with customers.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Excel

Data Entry

Problem Solving

Communication

Customer Service

Financial Analysis

Education

Degree in Accounting

Job description

Overview

About the Role:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in Ridgefield, NJ! This role is responsible for processing invoices, managing vendor payments, and maintaining accurate financial records. If you have strong organizational skills and enjoy working with numbers, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

1. Receive, process, verify, and reconcile invoices
2. Allocate costs to the appropriate GL account
3. Work with vendors to secure available payment discounts
4. Greet visitors and answer calls professionally
5. Process orders for select production supplies
6. Prepare monthly AP accruals and collaborate with customers and vendors

Qualifications

2 to 3 years of experience in accounts payable or general accounting

Degree in Accounting preferred

Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, formulas)

Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry

Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities

Ability to analyze financial information

Strong communication and customer service skills

Basic knowledge of accounting principles and general math

Experience processing payroll a plus

What We Offer:

• $21 to $26 per hour based on experience
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions
• Health Savings Account (HSA)

Join Swatek Packaging and be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence in the packaging industry. If you have the skills, experience, and drive to help our accounting team succeed, we'd love to hear from you.

Swatek Packaging is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or protected veteran or disabled status. We are dedicated to providing a work environment that promotes diversity and inclusion and where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 845-883-6325.

Keywords: Accounts Payable, AP Clerk, Accounting, Invoice Processing, General Ledger, Vendor Payments, Excel, Data Entry, Finance, Bookkeeping, Financial Transactions

Company Website

https://vikingpackaging.com/swatekpackaging

Company Profile

Swatek Packaging, founded in 1955 and joined Viking Packaging in 2020, is part of Viking Industries, a family-run business specializing in manufacturing corrugated packaging and providing logistical solutions for over 50 years. Viking serves a wide range of industries by delivering high-quality products, recognizing that packaging is fundamental to their customers' operations.