Accounts Payable Expense Clerk
The Company
Ingles Markets began in 1963 as a single supermarket and has since grown into a regional grocery store chain with just under 200 retail locations operating in 6 southeastern states, a 1.6-million-square foot distribution center, two truck fleets, and a milk processing plant. Ingles Markets’ headquarters and distribution center are located just 15 minutes outside of Asheville, NC in the town of Black Mountain.
The Team
We are a lean team that services 27,000 employees across 6 states. We work hard as a collective to ensure everything is accomplished, even if it is not in our job description. While we do take things seriously, we like to have fun while we are doing it, so we can create the most impact and difference in our community.
The Position
The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for ensuring that payments are made in a timely manner. This associate also makes sure that the vendor invoices are entered into our accounting system correctly.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review vendor statements, checking for accuracy and receiving necessary approval prior to payment.
- Enter data into appropriate system in a timely fashion.
- Respond to all vendor correspondence in a professional, timely, and courteous manner.
- Conduct responsibilities including opening, sorting mail, and filling in when needed.
- Distribute inter-office mail.
- Review remittance sheets and make sure the checks match prior to mailing.
- Keep up with name tag orders and distribute them to the stores on a weekly basis.
- Maintain office supplies as needed.
- Perform all other duties and assignments as directed.
The Ideal Candidate:
- One to two years of experience in accounting or comparable field is preferred.
- A high degree of organization.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver assignments by stated deadlines.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
- Must be flexible and able to adapt to changing needs especially during times of high volume and/or stress.
- Have knowledge of computer programs related to accounts payable.
- Must be able to exchange accurate information with coworkers, associates, and customers.
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position.
- Must be able to operate a computer and office equipment.
Nearest Major Market: Asheville