Accounts Payable Clerk III

Position: Accounts Payable Clerk III

Date Posted: September 2, 2025

Industry: Retail / Accounting / Finance

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: At least 5 years of Accounts Payable or bookkeeping experience

Qualification: Not Specified

Salary: $15.75 – 17.00 per hour (Bonus eligible)

Location: Mattoon, IL, United States

Company: Rural King

Description:
Rural King is America’s Farm and Home Store, serving communities with essentials ranging from food and feed to farm and home products. With over 130 locations across 13 states and annual sales exceeding $2.5 billion, our corporate headquarters, distribution center, and flagship store are based in Mattoon, IL. We pride ourselves on creating a unique shopping experience, complete with complimentary popcorn and coffee, reflecting our appreciation for our customers.

At Rural King, we value our associates and focus on a positive, rewarding workplace with growth opportunities, competitive benefits, and a people-first environment. Join us to grow professionally, contribute meaningfully, and make a difference in the communities we serve.

How We Reward You

• 401(k) plan with 100% match on the first 3% of contributions and 50% on the next 2%
• Comprehensive healthcare plans
• Virtual doctor visits
• Access to Centers of Excellence with Barnes Jewish Hospital and Mayo Clinic’s Complex Care Program
• 15% Associate Discount
• Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Program
• Associate Assistance Program
• RK Cares Associate Hardship Program
• 24/7 Chaplaincy Services
• Company-paid YMCA Family Membership

What You’ll Do

• Perform professional accounting work focused on Accounts Payable
• Analyze and record assigned vendor account information including invoices, payments, and disputes
• Compare purchase orders, prices, terms, and charges with submitted invoices for accuracy
• Receive, verify, and perform 3-way matching of purchase orders, receiving slips, and invoices
• Communicate with vendors to resolve conflicts and report payment issues to the AP Manager
• Prepare reconciled reports and present results via spreadsheets, graphs, and charts
• Ensure all AP processes follow departmental SOPs and policies
• Participate in training programs, workshops, and webinars to acquire new knowledge and skills
• Provide professional internal and external support for inquiries and concerns
• Exhibit Rural King’s values: People First, Integrity, Attitude, Initiative, Teamwork, Accountability, Continuous Improvement
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Essential Qualities For Success

• Experience in a fast-paced environment with time-sensitive tasks
• Expertise in vendor statement reconciliation and three-way match processes
• Proficiency with accounting software, preferably Oracle or SAP
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel VLOOKUP
• Excellent verbal and written communication with vendors
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Organized with attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and uphold company values

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
• Capability to lift 15 pounds occasionally
• Navigate and access all facilities
• Communicate effectively in person or via electronic devices
• Close vision for computer-related tasks

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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