Accounts Payable Clerk

D-Patrick, Inc.; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

D-Patrick Auto Group in Evansville is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to support our multi-site dealership accounting team and keep our financial engine running smoothly. This role emphasizes meticulous data entry, accurate processing of payments, and timely handling of vendor records.

The position requires attention to detail, the ability to work with a team, and readiness for occasional overtime to meet operational demands. In-person work in a dynamic retail auto environment is expected.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting preferred; or HS diploma with 3+ years related accounting experience.
• Strong data entry accuracy and basic accounting knowledge.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and be a team player.
• Willingness to work occasional weekends or overtime.

Responsibilities

• Process and file on-demand checks for multi-site dealership transactions.
• Handle dealership trades, purchase orders, and trade records.
• Provide vendor and clerical support for A/P clerks and maintain records.
• Collaborate with management to ensure daily dealership accounting operations run smoothly.

Skills

Data entry accuracy

Team player

Organizational skills

Ethical

Education

Associate degree in Accounting

HS diploma + 3+ years accounting experience

Job description

At D-Patrick Auto Group, we pride ourselves on building a fast-paced, supportive, and growth-oriented environment. We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to support our multi-site dealership accounting team and keep our financial engine running smoothly.

What You’ll Do

• Process & File On-Demand Checks: Manage timely vendor payments and ensure accuracy across multi-site dealership transactions.
• Handle Dealership Trades & Car Deals: Process specialized automotive accounting documentation, purchase orders, and trade records.
• Vendor & Clerical Support: Serve as a reliable backup for A/P vendor clerks and maintain pristine digital and physical financial records.
• Team Collaboration: Work alongside management and team members to ensure smooth day-to-day dealership accounting operations.

What We’re Looking For

• Education & Experience: Associate’s Degree in Accounting preferred (or High School Diploma/GED with 3+ years of directly related accounting experience).
• Technical & Math Skills: Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, data entry accuracy, and comfort operating standard office equipment.
• Core Qualities: Self-starter capable of working with minimal supervision, strong interpersonal and organizational skills, ethical, dependable, and a true team player.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work occasional weekends or overtime as operational demands require.

Requirements & Physical Demands

• Driver’s License: Must hold a valid Driver’s License with a safe driving record.
• Background Verification: Requires passing a standard pre-employment credit check.
• Work Setup & Physical Requirements: In-person role in a dynamic, high-traffic environment. Ability to sit for extended periods, climb stairs, and occasionally lift up to 10 lbs.