Accounts Payable Clerk

What does an Accounts Payable Clerk do?

The Accounts Payable Clerk focuses on the purchases that his company makes. In particular, he manages invoice processing and general accounting.

What are the responsibilities of an Accounts Payable Clerk?

The responsibilities of the Accounts Payable Clerk vary, depending on the structure of the company. He takes care of the invoices between the company and the supplier, he collects them from various departments and registers them in the log books. This allows him to monitor payments related to current or future orders on a daily basis, thus avoiding late payments.

Depending on the structure of the company, the Accounts Payable Clerk may be responsible for handling the payment of suppliers.

What are the skills and proficiencies required for an Accounts Payable Clerk?

Mastery of accounting management

Perfect knowledge of accounting tools/software (EBP, Sage, Ciel, etc.)

Knowledge of commercial transaction laws

Good communication skills

Good knowledge of computer tools

Good analytical and synthesizing skills

Proficiency in business Dutch and French is highly recommended

What background is needed to become an Accounts Payable Clerk?

An Accounts Payable Clerk has generally obtained a Bachelor's degree in Accounting (including management or tax courses).

However, other paths are possible provided that you have followed a specialization in accounting and management (e.g.: CBCEC - Belgian Chamber of Accountants). This position is open to young graduates provided that they have completed internships or training courses, or even a work-study program.

What are the career prospects for an Accounts Payable Clerk?

The Accounts Payable Clerk can evolve towards an Assistant Accountant function and then towards an Accountant function. Depending on his ambitions, experience and initial training, he may progress to a position as Chief Accountant.

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