Seasoned Accounting Clerk – Payables & Payroll

Knife River Corporation; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Knife River Corporation is seeking an Accounting Clerk to perform accounting and clerical tasks for accounts payable and other functions. The role supports accurate processing and adherence to company policies, Monday through Friday, as a full-time position.

Responsibilities include invoicing, payment processing, reconciliations, payroll data handling in JD Edwards, and year-end reporting. The candidate should uphold ethical standards and flexibility for overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED.
• 7 years of related experience.
• Good analytical and financial skills.
• High ethical and moral standards.
• Overtime and weekends may be required.

Responsibilities

• Review and enter invoices, expense reports, and credit card logs into A/P.
• Process payment batches and ensure correct accounts.
• Reconcile credit card and expense report clearing accounts.
• Assist in reconciling accounts payable.
• Accrue sales tax for out-of-state vendors.
• Track and process inventory items.
• Support month-end closing tasks.
• Manage weekly check runs and signer approvals.
• Maintain 1099 reporting process.
• Respond to vendor inquiries.
• Maintain reports (DMV registrations, MCP permits, CHP BIT program, etc.).
• Process onboarding and E-Verify for multiple locations.
• Manage I-9s and personnel files.
• Process garnishments.
• Payroll processing in JD Edwards; liaise with IT.
• Ensure confidentiality and safety.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial skills

Job description

Knife River Corporation is seeking an Accounting Clerk to perform accounting and clerical tasks for accounts payable and other functions. The role supports accurate processing and adherence to company policies, Monday through Friday, as a full-time position.

Responsibilities include invoicing, payment processing, reconciliations, payroll data handling in JD Edwards, and year-end reporting. The candidate should uphold ethical standards and flexibility for overtime as needed.