Accounts Payable Clerk - Accounts Payable- Days - FT

Memorial Hermann Health System is a healthcare organization. The Accounts Payable Clerk performs accounts payable functions, including processing invoices and payables, verifying vendor records, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining accounts payable files and documentation.

What you'll do:

• Processes payables weekly and monthly in accordance with policies and procedures
• Assembles, reviews, and verifies invoices and check requests; Evaluates and reconciles vendor statements
• Communicates with buyers, department managers, directors, and vendors to ensure appropriate coding and approvals for all invoices
• Enters and uploads invoices into the system for payment
• Balances keyed invoices with the matching report and end of day (EOD) report prior to check processing
• Prepares and performs weekly check run (match duplicate checks and file check run)
• Processes invoices by month end; Takes advantage of early payout discounts and avoids late fees
• Researches and resolves invoice discrepancies in a timely fashion
• Flags and clarifies any unusual or questionable invoice items or prices
• Reports discrepancies to Accounts Payable Supervisor in a timely fashion
• Assists with maintenance of un-invoiced item reports
• Runs accrual report for accuracy; Researches problems or delayed invoicing

What they're looking for:

• High School or GED
• 1 year of experience in Accounting
• Deductive reasoning and critical thinking
• Detail oriented
• Basic mathematical, clerical, and accounting skills
• Associate's Degree in Accounting
• 2 years of experience in Accounting