Employee Liability Management (ELM) · 23 hours ago
Accounts Payable Clerk
Employee Liability Management (ELM) is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to support their team by processing benefits-related payables and routine AP tasks for a large, multi-state PEO. This role is designed for someone early in their career who wants to build a strong foundation in accounting and payroll-related payables.
Employee BenefitsFinancial ServicesHuman ResourcesRisk Management
Responsibilities
Process accounts payable for ELM once per week, including reviewing and coding vendor bills and submitting them for approval
Process and pay employee benefits carrier invoices on a daily basis (medical, dental, vision, ancillary benefits and similar items)
Prepare and submit weekly 401k payments
Process third‑party cutback checks once per week
Verify invoice accuracy, coding, and appropriate backup; flag and help resolve discrepancies and variances
Maintain organized electronic documentation for ELM AP, benefits invoices, 401k payments, and third‑party checks
Respond to basic internal and external inquiries regarding payables in a professional and timely manner
Support other routine tasks and projects within the accounting team as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED required
0–2 years of experience in accounts payable, payroll, benefits administration, or a general office/accounting support role
Basic understanding of debit/credit concepts and interest in learning more about accounting and payroll processes
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
Works well with others and enjoys being part of a collaborative team environment
Curious, eager to learn, and comfortable asking questions to understand the 'why' behind processes
Strong attention to detail and accuracy when working with numbers and high-volume transactions
Good time management skills, with the ability to handle daily, weekly, and monthly deadlines
Professional communication skills, both written and verbal
Dependable, organized, and comfortable working with confidential data
Preferred
some college coursework in Accounting, Finance, or Business
experience with accounting or payroll systems
Benefits
401k