Accounts Payable Clerk

Anderson Brothers Construction

Accounts Payable Clerk

Brainerd, MN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Start here, stay here. Anderson Brothers is proud to foster a family-focused culture and hold one of the most experienced teams in the Brainerd Lakes Area. 70% of our employees have over 5 years of service, 50% have over 10 years, and 25% have over 20 years. Stay, learn, and grow with great benefits and great people, more details below!

    Benefits

    • Health Insurance
    • Company paid Life Insurance
    • Supplemental Benefits offered such as Dental, Vision, Additional Life Insurance, Critical Illness and Accident Coverage
    • Gym Membership Reimbursement
    • Paid Training
    • Profit sharing

    Pay (Hourly)

    • Wage Rate: $22 - $24/hr

    Job Summary

    FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

    The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for processing vendor invoices, ensuring accurate and timely payment, and maintaining compliance with company policies and applicable tax regulations. This role has a strong focus on sales tax accuracy, documentation, and reporting and also includes some general administrative duties.

    Responsibilities

    • Process vendor invoices accurately and timely, ensuring proper coding, approvals, and documentation.
    • Review invoices for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
    • Maintain and manage sales tax compliance, including verification of tax rates, exemptions, and supporting documentation.
    • Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies or payment issues.
    • Prepare and process check runs and electronic payments.
    • Maintain organized and accurate payable records and files.
    • Coordinate with vendors, internal departments, and management to resolve billing and tax-related issues.
    • Assist with month-end closing activities related to accounts payable and tax reporting.
    • Support audits by providing requested documentation and explanations related to accounts payable and sales tax.
    • Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
    • Maintain confidentiality of financial and company information.
    • Perform additional duties as assigned to support accounting operations.
    • Complete general administrative duties such as answering the phone, directing calls, and assisting customers.

    Requirements

    • Strong working knowledge of accounts payable processes and general accounting principles.
    • Demonstrated experience with sales tax compliance and reporting.
    • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
    • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
    • Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills.
    • Ability to communicate effectively with vendors and internal staff.

    Minimum Job Requirements

    • Ability to maintain professional working relationships with vendors and coworkers.
    • Ability to work standard business hours with flexibility during peak accounting periods.

    Minimum Education and Experience

    • High school diploma or GED required.
    • Associate degree in accounting or related field preferred.
    • Minimum of 5 years accounts payable experience required.
    • Proven experience with sales tax required.
    • Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 including Outlook, Excel and Teams.

    Physical Requirements:

    • Must be able to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
    • Must be able to use standard office equipment.
    • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

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    ANDERSON BROTHERS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND STRONGLY ENCOURAGES WOMEN, MINORITIES AND VETERANS TO APPLY.