Job Description
Are you a detail-oriented finance professional looking for a role that offers flexible hours and a supportive team environment? Midwest Financial Solutions is currently seeking an experienced and proactive Accounts Payable Clerk to join our growing finance department in Kansas City, MO.
In this pivotal role, you will be the gatekeeper of our financial integrity, ensuring that vendor relationships remain strong and our books are accurate. We value efficiency and accuracy, and we are looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced setting. This position offers the unique benefit of flexible scheduling, allowing you to achieve a healthy work-life balance while advancing your career in accounting.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Flexible work hours tailored to your lifestyle.
- Professional development and growth opportunities.
- A collaborative and inclusive company culture.
Responsibilities
- Invoice Processing: Accurately receive, verify, and process invoices in a timely manner according to company policies.
- Vendor Management: Maintain up-to-date vendor profiles and resolve any billing discrepancies or inquiries promptly.
- Account Reconciliation: Reconcile accounts payable statements and bank accounts to ensure accuracy and resolve any variances.
- Payment Execution: Prepare and issue payments via checks, electronic funds transfer (EFT), and ACH transfers.
- Reporting: Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports and analysis of accounts payable data.
- Expense Management: Review and approve employee expense reports in compliance with corporate guidelines.
- Record Keeping: Organize and maintain accurate electronic and physical records of all financial transactions.
Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
- Experience: 1-3 years of experience in Accounts Payable or general accounting is preferred.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP) highly desirable.
- Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to detect errors in data and numbers.
- Organization: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with vendors and internal teams.
- Software: Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, NetSuite) is a plus.