Accounts Payable Clerk

Accounts Payable Clerk

Description

The Accounts Payable (AP) Clerk is responsible for processing, managing, and supporting accounts payable functions across multiple operating companies within the Higley Group portfolio. This role ensures accurate invoice entry, purchase order (PO) matching, timely vendor payments, and consistent AP workflows using Microsoft Business Central. The AP Clerk plays a key role in supporting month-end close activities, maintaining strong vendor relationships, and helping build scalable, standardized AP processes as the organization continues to grow.

Safety

• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and workplace rules.
• Maintain a safe and organized office environment.
• Report any unsafe conditions, hazards, or incidents to management.
• Comply with all applicable company policies, including drug-free workplace and workplace conduct standards.
• Participate in required safety training, meetings, and compliance programs.

Responsibilities

• Accurately enter vendor invoices into Microsoft Business Central in a timely manner.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and ensure required documentation and approvals are complete.
• Coordinate with internal teams to resolve invoice discrepancies and missing information.
• Educate employees and operating partners on proper purchase order creation and AP workflows.
• Ensure vendor payments are processed on or before due dates.
• Reconcile vendor statements and research discrepancies.
• Maintain vendor records and assist with vendor setup and updates.
• Support month-end close activities related to accounts payable.
• Communicate effectively with multiple entities to maintain clean, consistent AP processes.
• Assist in developing, documenting, and improving AP procedures and controls.
• Contribute to building a scalable, efficient AP function across the Higley Group portfolio.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Accounts Payable experience.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage AP processes for multiple business entities.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to support process improvement.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
• Ability to use standard office equipment, including computers, phones, and printers.
• Occasional lifting of office materials up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to work in an office environment with minimal exposure to physical hazards.

Benefits

• Medical
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay