Accounts Payable Clerk

Objective:

Perform accounting and administrative responsibilities that support the accurate, timely, and efficient processing and maintenance of accounts payable transactions.
 
CEC fosters a collaborative, supportive team environment where every voice is valued, and cross-functional teamwork is encouraged. Our culture is built on open communication, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to achieving goals together. We believe in learning from one another, celebrating successes as a team, and supporting each other through challenges.

Qualifications and Skills:

• 1-3 years of accounts payable or general accounting experience required. 
• Proficiency in computer skills is required, especially in the most recent versions of Microsoft Office Products
• Knowledge and understanding of accounting problems.
• Experience in dealing with people and various personality types is a must. 

Additional Skills and Experience:

• Strong Organizational and planning skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Written and verbal communication skills. 
• Problem identification and resolution skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team setting. 
• Ability to meet deadlines. 

Current Hours and Starting Time

• Full-time position, on-site, 40 hours per week.
• Start time is 8:00 am
• Early start, evening, weekend and/or holiday hours may be required. 

General Responsibilities

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed. 

Performs related duties as required by company QOS Policies, Procedures and Instructions:

• Accounts Payable Processing including but not limited to:
  • Assemble, review, & verify invoices and check request
  • Flag and clarify any discrepancies including researching and resolving
  • Data entry of invoices into database and schedule for payment in accordance with company guidelines
  • CEC USA, Process 60 days, pay on receipt, and discount invoices, data entry and preparation of checks
  • EFT invoice entries and coordination of payments with Assistant Controller
  • Correspond with vendors and respond to inquiries in a timely manner
  • Assist with month end closing
  • Maintain confidentiality of organizational information
  • Review, amend, employee expense reports: data entry and processing of payments in accordance with company policy
  • Coordinate and assist in reconciling company credit card statements and processing payments
  • Participate in audits
  • Work with IT for A/P process changes
  • Oversee petty cash fund
• Administrative tasks include but are not limited to:
  • Filing as required
  • Backup support to answer telephones, and manage lobby visitors
  • Ordering of office supplies