Accounts Payable Clerk

simera-talent; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

simera-talent is seeking an organized Accounts Payable Clerk to support daily AP activities and maintain accurate records. You will process invoices, prepare payments, and manage vendor data, ensuring timely and accurate processing.

The role involves working with accounting software/ERP, reconciling statements, and supporting month-end close in a remote-friendly setting. Strong attention to detail is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounts payable, accounting, bookkeeping, or related roles.
• Experience processing vendor invoices, payments, expenses, and adjustments.
• Ability to maintain vendor records and financial documentation.
• Familiarity with accounting software, ERP systems, or spreadsheets.
• Knowledge of invoice matching and account reconciliation.
• Strong computer and digital skills.
• Ability to manage high volumes while maintaining accuracy.
• Professional communication with vendors and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and process vendor invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Verify invoices against POs, receipts, and supporting docs.
• Enter invoices, expenses, and payments into accounting systems.
• Prepare and process vendor payments per schedule.
• Monitor due dates for timely payments.
• Maintain up-to-date vendor records.
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Review accounts payable records for accuracy and completeness.
• Respond to vendor inquiries about invoices, payments, balances.
• Coordinate with internal teams to resolve issues.
• Maintain organized AP files and documentation.
• Prepare AP reports, payment summaries, aging info.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing.
• Support audits by gathering AP documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial/vendor data.
• Identify recurring issues impacting AP processes.

Skills

Accounts payable

Invoicing

Payment processing

Vendor management

Excel/Sheets

ERP systems

Data entry

Communication

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Excel/Sheets

Job description

We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and reliable Accounts Payable Clerk to support daily accounts payable activities and maintain accurate financial records. The ideal candidate will assist with invoice processing, payment preparation, vendor account maintenance, and reconciliations while ensuring transactions are processed accurately and on time.

Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and process vendor invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Verify invoices against purchase orders, receipts, and supporting documentation.
• Enter invoices, expenses, and payment information into accounting systems.
• Prepare and process vendor payments according to established schedules.
• Monitor invoice due dates and ensure timely payment processing.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date vendor records.
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Review accounts payable records for accuracy and completeness.
• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding invoices, payments, and account balances.
• Coordinate with internal departments to resolve invoice and payment issues.
• Maintain organized accounts payable files and supporting documentation.
• Prepare accounts payable reports, payment summaries, and aging information.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Support audits by gathering and organizing accounts payable documentation.
• Ensure transactions follow company policies and established financial procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling financial and vendor information.
• Identify and communicate recurring issues that may affect accounts payable processes.

Required Skills

• Basic knowledge of accounts payable, invoicing, and payment processing.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
• Experience using accounting software, ERP systems, or financial platforms.
• Strong numerical and data entry skills.
• Ability to review and verify financial information.
• Basic reconciliation and discrepancy-resolution skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Requirements

• Previous experience in accounts payable, accounting, bookkeeping, finance, billing, or a similar role.
• Experience processing vendor invoices, payments, expenses, and account adjustments.
• Experience maintaining vendor records and financial documentation.
• Experience using accounting software, ERP systems, or spreadsheets.
• Basic understanding of invoice matching and account reconciliation.
• Strong computer and digital skills.
• Ability to manage high volumes of transactions while maintaining accuracy.
• Ability to meet deadlines and follow established financial procedures.
• Ability to communicate professionally with vendors and internal teams.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote environment.
• Reliable internet connection and a suitable setup for remote work.
• Professional, organized, dependable, and detail-oriented attitude.
• English proficiency is required if the position involves working with English-speaking vendors, clients, or teams.