Accounts Payable Clerk I - Detail-Oriented, Entry Level

Reliance, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. is seeking an accounting/clerical professional to handle routine accounts payable tasks and basic office duties. You will process invoices, review receipts, and ensure proper documentation and GL coding under supervision.

The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and timely handling of records, with ERP and MS Excel/Word proficiency aiding daily operations across departments.

Qualifications

• 0-5 years of relevant accounting or clerical experience.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and office terminology.
• Strong English language spelling and grammar.
• Arithmetic knowledge.
• Ability to arrange things in a defined order.
• Ability to use ERP software to record, store, and analyze information.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Word skills.
• Capable of using 10-key calculators and office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Generally responsible for completing basic, routine tasks with detailed instructions.
• Responsible for accurately and timely processing of routine accounts payable.
• Responsible for filing accounts payable related documents and maintaining their confidentiality and security.
• Prepares documents/records for review, duplication, and distribution as directed.
• Reviews invoices, receipts, employee expenses, vouchers, etc. for appropriate documentation, compliance and approval.
• Checks figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper general ledger coding, following instructions provided.
• Reconciles and researches invoices with any discrepancies and lack of supporting documentation as directed.
• Responds to inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Retrieves files and voucher packages as appropriate for audits, tax review, and accounting personnel.
• Processes and mails (when needed) payments following established company procedures.
• Assists in monthly closing by running month end reports.
• Assists with maintaining compliance with company policies, accounting procedures, and internal controls.
• Interfaces regularly with others within the department and accounting, clerical and operations personnel in other locations, departments and constituents outside the company.
• Responsible for adhering to safety processes and protocols.

Skills

0-5 years experience

Office procedures & terminology

Written and oral communication

Interpersonal skills

ERP software usage

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

ERP software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Office equipment operation

Job description

Reliance, Inc. is seeking an accounting/clerical professional to handle routine accounts payable tasks and basic office duties. You will process invoices, review receipts, and ensure proper documentation and GL coding under supervision.

The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and timely handling of records, with ERP and MS Excel/Word proficiency aiding daily operations across departments.