Role Summary: The Accounts Payable Clerk performs accounting and clerical duties related to the efficient maintenance and processing of accounts payable transactions. A successful candidate will have a positive attitude, excellent communication skills and a desire to work as a part of a team. Location: This position is 100% in-office and reports to our facility on site in Syracuse, NY. Salary Range: $23.00 Per Hour - $28.00 Per Hour Responsibilities: * Receives and reviews purchase orders, check requests, and/or related documentation for completeness and compliance with financial policies, procedures, and contractual requirements * Matches original invoices and requests for payment with internal purchase orders or check request; performs calculations to determine appropriate payment schedules and amounts and makes modifications as necessary * Codes, verifies, and electronically enters accounts payable data into ledgers * Draws, verifies, and posts payments to appropriate vendors and/or agencies * Follows up on account statements and other discrepancies regarding payment of accounts and serves as liaison between departments and vendors in the resolution of administrative problems and inquires * Maintains logs, enters and balances account data, and generates statistical summary reports as required * Pays vendors by preparing checks and arranging online payments based on approvals * Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned Basic Qualifications: * Associates Degree in Accounting or related field * Knowledge of standard accounts payable policies, procedures, and regulations * Ability to understand and interpret vendor invoices, statements, and other requests for payment * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Proficiency of the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) * Many of our positions require an extra level of screening to obtain Department of Defense security clearance * Rapid Response prides itself in being a drug-free workplace Preferred Qualifications: * 2-4 years of experience in Accounting or related field * Comfortable in a fast paced, high volume, environment * Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities * Strong organizational skills with a great deal of attention to detail * Excellent written and verbal communication skills COVID-19 Requirements: * Must be vaccinated against COVID-19. We are not requiring boosters at this time. What awaits you at Rapid Response: * Annual salary increases * Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k * Paid Sick Time * Paid Vacation Time * The opportunity to make an impact on communities across the country every day About Us: Founded in Syracuse, NY in 1992, we are a critical response center focused on saving lives and protecting homes and businesses. Whether its a fire at a family home, an armed intruder at a business, a missing vehicle, an evening jogger, or a lone family member having a medical emergency, our heroes are there to help every day. Supported by teams of experts in their respective fields, our highly trained specialists are the 24/7 backbone for thousands of alarm companies across the country. Additional Information Rapid Response offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and dynamic and professional work environments. We also offer continued growth through our internal advancement opportunities. For more information, view our website at