Accounts payable positions require verbal and communication skills as well as previous experience in this department. Other necessary skills include mathematics and the ability to pay close attention to detail.
Applicants for this position should have strong analytical, organisational and problem solving capabilities. Candidates should be able to work independently and have knowledge of computer programmes, such as MS Word and Excel. Educational requirements are a Bachelors Degree in Accounting, and a Certified Public Accountant license may be required.
Duties for accounts payable specialists include paying bills, dealing with tax issues and collecting revenues from customers. Analysts are required to process accounts while ensuring that the correct authorisation and codes have been used.
Employees in this position review documents to check for discrepancies and work to resolve any issues that they discover. Responsibilities include maintaining records and the filing as well as providing top-quality customer service. Wages for accounts payable clerks are in the range of C
$14 to C
$16 dollars an hour.