Accounts Payable Clerk - Fowler Automotive

Fowler-Automotive; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401K

Paid time off

Job summary

Fowler Automotive is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to join theAccounting Department in Norman, OK. The role involves preparing AP checks, posting and reconciling vendor invoices, and maintaining meticulous AP records.

This entry-level position requires a high school diploma or GED, with 1–3 months related experience; automotive experience is a plus. Strong data entry, organization, and communication skills are essential, with a customer-service mindset emphasized.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or 1–3 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Clerical and/or Accounting: 1 year experience preferred.
• Automotive industry experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares accounts payable checks and prints all accounts payable reports.
• Maintains accounts payable records and files; processes vendor invoices and inquiries.
• Assists in monthly closings and reconciles statements.
• Answers vendor inquiries and provides copies from vendors.
• Supports accounts payable activities daily and maintains proper documentation.

Skills

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

1–3 months related experience

Tools

Accounts Payable software

Job description

Accounts Payable ClerkFowler Automotive has an outstanding opportunity for a task-oriented, motivated, customer service minded Accounts Payable Clerk in our Accounting Department. The Accounts Payable Clerk compiles and maintains verified accounts payable records and reconciles statements and issues payment to vendors.Job ResponsibilitiesPrepares accounts payable checks.Assists in monthly closings.Posts all open items in accounts payable on a daily basis.Prints all accounts payable reports and maintains all accounts payable files.Responsible for maintaining schedules.Files within appropriate file system all dealership forms, records, reports, correspondence, or other important material.Answers all vendor inquiries and requests copies from vendors.Analyzes vendor accounts, post all vendor invoices, and handles all vendor maintenance.Answers accounts payable phone calls and follows up on inquiries.Education and/or ExperienceHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Clerical and/or Accounting: 1 yearExperience in the automotive industry is a plus but not requiredQualificationsCandidate must demonstrate above average clerical and computer skills with accurate data entry and attention to detailMust communicate effectively in both written and oral format with customers and co-workersPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.Language SkillsAbility to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.CompensationCompensation is based on experience and is highly competitive in the marketplace.BenefitsBenefits include medical, vision and dental insurance, 401K retirement savings plan, PTO, volunteer PTO, holidays, bereavement leave, parental leave and job specific education and training. Fowler also offers the Mamava Lactation Pods for customers and personnel. Our company maintains a strong policy of equal employment opportunity for all associates. We hire, train, promote and compensate employees on the basis of personal and professional competence and potential for advancement without regard for race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability or citizenship, as well as other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.About Our CompanyFowler Automotive is family owned and operated since 1973. We are dedicated to providing exceptional dealership experiences to our customers, as well as our employees in the Norman, OK; Oklahoma City, OK; Tulsa, OK; and Denver, CO areas.For 50 years, Fowler Automotive believes that art, culture and thriving places are the heart of our communities. It is important to us that we build up the communities that our dealerships call home.The mission of Fowler is to grow our business by earning the respect, trust and loyalty of our customers through our employees. We are constantly searching for bright, motivated, and energetic individuals to build our professional team. Our employees strive to provide the best service and care for our customers. If you feel that you have the skill set to add more value to our company, then we want to get to know you!