KEB is hiring for an Accounting Clerk position.   This role is responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting operations of the organization, with a primary focus on Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR). This entry-level position provides administrative and accounting support to ensure timely processing of vendor invoices, customer payments, account reconciliations, and accurate maintenance of financial records. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to develop a career in accounting and finance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Accounts Payable

• Review, verify, and enter vendor invoices into the SAP accounting system.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents.
• Maintain vendor records and obtain required documentation.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status.
• Assist with month-end AP closing activities.

Accounts Receivable

• Upload customer invoices to  customer portals.
• Apply customer payments received via check, ACH, wire, and credit card.
• Monitor customer accounts for overdue balances.
• Assist with collection efforts on past-due accounts in a professional manner.
• Investigate and resolve customer billing discrepancies.
• Support month-end AR reconciliation and reporting.

General Accounting Support

• Maintain organized electronic and physical accounting files.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare reports and spreadsheets as requested.
• Assist with audits and special accounting projects.
• Assist / Backup Administrative Assistant as needed.
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
The requirements listed below are representative of the education, certifications, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

Education / Experience

· A minimum of a 2-year Business Associate’s Degree is preferred for this position.

· A minimum of 3 years of accounts payable, accounts receivable or accounting experience is preferred.

Licenses, Permits, and Certifications

· No necessary licenses, permits, or certifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

· Basic computer skills

· Advanced knowledge of Excel

· Basic knowledge of SAP preferred, but not required

· Ability to work well under minimal supervision

· Ability to effectively prioritize

· Ability to effectively manage time and meet all necessary deadlines 

· Able to proficiently read and write in English 

· Ability to communicate clearly and effectively (written and verbal)

· Able to do accurate work at a rapid and consistent pace

· Work well independently as well as with others or in a team

· Ability to follow work instructions accurately

· Have attention to detail

· Ability to exhibit high personal morale

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Ability to sit majority of shift

WORKING CONDITIONS

The working conditions described here are representative of those an employee may be exposed to while performing job duties and responsibilities. 

· Office environment