Accounts Payable / Accounting Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Accounts Payable / Accounting Clerk

Express Employment Professionals – Winona, MN

Express Employment Professionals is recruiting for multiple Accounting openings with a respected Winona-area organization, including Accounts Payable Specialist, Accounting Clerk, and Part-Time Accounting Clerk roles.

These positions support core financial functions such as accounts payable, account reconciliation, audit preparation, inventory processes, and cost accounting activities. Ideal candidates will bring strong attention to detail, solid accounting fundamentals, and experience working within ERP systems.

Schedule:

Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

(Part-time schedules may be available depending on position.)

Pay:

Starting at $18.00–$20.00+ per hour, depending on role and experience.

Job Summary

We’re seeking dependable, detail-oriented accounting professionals to support daily financial operations within an established and reputable organization. These roles offer hands-on experience in accounts payable, financial reconciliation, audit support, and accounting documentation—ideal for candidates looking to grow within the accounting field.

Whether processing invoices, preparing for financial audits, reconciling accounts, or supporting inventory and cost accounting processes, you will play a key role in maintaining accurate, compliant, and well-organized financial records..

Key Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices, match purchase orders, and execute accurate payment runs.
• Post and reconcile customer payments and daily deposits.
• Prepare account reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and ensure timely resolution.
• Assist with financial audit preparation, including gathering documentation and supporting auditors.
• Work with bills of materials, cost accounting data, and inventory-related financial processes.
• Validate resale and exemption certificates to support proper tax handling.
• Support the credit department with payment research and administrative tasks.
• Utilize ERP systems—Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains preferred—along with imaging software for efficient workflow and documentation management.
• Maintain organized financial files and ensure adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Use advanced Excel functions for financial tracking, reporting, and data analysis.
• Uphold confidentiality and accuracy across all accounting activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-year accounting degree OR 3+ years of related accounting or AP experience.
• Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics GP strongly preferred) and document imaging software.
• Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and data analysis capabilities).
• Knowledge of cost accounting, inventory processes, or bills of materials is a plus.
• High-level accuracy with numbers and data entry.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Dependable, professional, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable using standard office software and office equipment.

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You should be proficient in:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Cost Accounting
• Bookkeeping
• Accounts Payable (AP)
• Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Bank Reconciliation
• Tax Preparation
• Financial Audit Experience