Accounts Payable Clerk
Posted on February 16, 2026
Department: Accounting
Reports To: Accounting Supervisor
Location: Salinas, CA
Pay Range: $18.00/hour +DOE
GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
This position is responsible for processing vendor invoices, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting timely payments across multiple entities. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Accounts Payable
Review invoices for proper documentation and approval prior to payment
Code invoices to appropriate cost centers and G/L accounts and enter into the accounting system
Prepare and process weekly check runs for multiple entities
Mail weekly checks and file unpaid invoices after verification
Reconcile monthly vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies
Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and payment issues
Assist with month-end closing activities
Maintain accurate and organized files, ensuring proper imaging of invoices and supporting documentation
Support year-end filing and documentation requirements
Cash Application & Accounts Receivable Support
Process daily incoming mail and prepare checks for posting
Receive and apply customer payments across multiple entities (cash, check, online payments, etc.)
Prepare and reconcile daily deposits for multiple entities
Scan checks using bank scanner and resolve discrepancies prior to submission
Reconcile daily cash receipts to bank deposits accurately and timely
Run short pay reports and communicate findings to File Resolution Services
Maintain electronic records of all deposits for banking and audit purposes
Adhere to strict deadlines for daily posting of all cash receipts
General Accounting Support
Perform accounting and clerical functions to support the accounting department
Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned
EDUCATION AND/ OR EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred
1–3 years of accounts payable or accounting experience preferred
Knowledge of general accounting principles
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
Knowledge of Famous software preferred
Bilingual Spanish/English preferred
REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Strong judgment and ability to assess risk and escalate appropriately.
Comfort asking direct questions and managing difficult conversations.
Ability to work independently in the field while maintaining alignment with HR leadership.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple active cases.
Ability to work onsite in a fast-paced, operational environment.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. This is not intended to be a specific list of all responsibilities.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
APPLICANTS
Please send your resume to: resumes@churchbrothers.com
Church Brothers Farms is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
