Accounts Payable Clerk

Legacy Paper & Packaging ‚Ä¢ Houston, TX ‚Ä¢ Full Time

Posted on Thu, May 14, 2026

SUMMARY: The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for computing, classifying, and recording numerical data to keep financial records complete. Perform any combination of routine calculating, posting, and verifying duties to obtain primary financial data for use in maintaining accounting records. This is achieved by accurately maintaining records and updating client accounts. For Accounts Payables this position is responsible for invoice posting, providing financial, administrative, and clerical support. This is achieved by accurately verifying and reconciling all invoices, making timely payments, and nurturing positive relationships with vendors. This position requires great organizational skills and critical thinking and problem-solving. The position always requires a positive attitude and a delightful disposition.
COMPANY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Safety – Observe and follow safety and security procedures designed to ensure the safety of our employees.
High Performance – Consistently perform at a high level and with a sense of urgency.
Integrity & Honesty – Demonstrate and enforce full compliance with rules, regulations, and standards in a candid, truthful and ethical manner.
Focus – Stays on task to achieve goals and objectives even during difficult and stressful situations.
Teamwork – Cooperatively works with team members to solve problems, identify waste and meet organizational goals.

POSITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operate computers programmed with accounting software to record, store and analyze information
Verify figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes
Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals and ledgers, or computers
Process Vendor Rebates or Deviations
Cross Train with Accounting Clerk/Accounts Receivable as necessary
Daily Filing
Debit, credit, and total accounts on computer spreadsheets and databases, using specialized accounting software
Operate 10-key calculators, keyboards, and copy machines to perform calculations and produce documents
Reconcile or note and report discrepancies found in records
Keep track of credits owed to the company and ensure all credits are properly applied to vendor payments
Reconcile Payables reports each month end to confirm all vendor invoices are entered
After each check run match the corresponding payment details to invoices
Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Excellent analytical, computational, and mathematical abilities
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
10-key by touch
Experience in Basic Bookkeeping and tracking of Financial Transactions
General Ledger Experience preferred, but not
Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
Information management; organizing and planning
Knowledge of computers and relevant software applications, primarily Microsoft Office Products and Outlook

DIRECT REPORT:
Accounting Manager
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or (GED), some college or vocational school preferred
At least two years of related experience and/or training; knowledge of clerical procedures and data entry

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from internal and external customers whose first language is English

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, type and use a mouse; reach with hands and arms; and talk and/or hear. The employee is required to sit for extended periods of time.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Monday-Friday – 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
None
PAY RANGE
$41,600-$45,760 / YR

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