37 Accounts Payable Clerk Jobs Nationwide
An accounts payable clerk is in charge of processing invoices, maintaining accounts payable reports and paying company bills in a timely manner. On a given workday, an accounts payable clerk may enter vendor invoices, manage vendor databases, schedule payments, prepare checks and mail payments.
Skill Sets: Accounts payable clerks need to have great attention for detail and organizational skills. They write checks and must have an aptitude for accuracy.
Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is accepted by most companies hiring accounts payable clerks. However, some companies require that applicants have an associates degree in accounting. After two years of working as an accounts payable clerk, an employee is eligible to take the an exam to earn a Bookkeeper Certification from the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers.
Career Path: At most companies, an accounts payable clerk position is considered an entry level job. Create a flawless resume. Take bookkeeping courses or earn an associates in accounting to stand out from the crowd.
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