Accounts Payable Clerk

Simera Professional; United States; Remote; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Simera Professional is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage vendor invoices, payments, and reconciliations in a remote-work setup. You will maintain vendor records, process payments, and support month-end activities with attention to accuracy and timeliness.

The role requires experience with accounting software/ERP systems, strong numerical skills, and the ability to work independently in a remote environment while ensuring compliance with company procedures.

Qualifications

• 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 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

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

Skills

Attention to detail

Remote work capability

Time management

English proficiency

Numerical accuracy

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Spreadsheets (Excel)

Job description

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

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 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

About the Company

Simera Professional helps connect professionals with employers to secure the right match through the Simera Professional Key (SPK).