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Job Title: Accounts Payable, Billing Clerk 3
Estimated Start Date: 4 May 2026
Building Location: Franklin IN
On-Site Full Time
Daily Schedule: First shift - Full time role 40 hours a week. 8am-4:30pm.
Estimated Duration: 12 months
Pay Range: $23-26/hr
Interview Process Rounds: 1
Interview Timeline: Planned Request Date: ASAP Tentative Interview Dates: ASAP
Job Description
Summary: The main function of an accounts payable/billing clerk is to compile data, compute fees and charges and prepare invoices for billing purposes. A typical accounts payable, billing clerk is responsible for computing company charges, itemizing statements or invoices and computing payroll.
Job Responsibilities:
- Balance and reconcile batch control totals with source documents or computer listings in order to locate errors, encode correct amounts, or prepare correction records.
- Prepare itemized statements, bills, or invoices and record amounts due for items purchased or services rendered.
- Reconcile and post receipts for cash received by various departments.
- Perform bookkeeping work, including posting data and keeping other records concerning costs and shipments.
- Compute payroll and retirement amounts, applying knowledge of payroll deductions, actuarial tables, disability factors, and survivor allowances.
- Maintain ledgers and registers, posting charges and refunds to individual funds, and computing and verifying balances.
Skills:
- Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and critical thinking.
- Ability to work independently and manage one's time.
- Ability to apply accounting and mathematical principles to work as needed.
- Knowledge of federal, state, and company policies, procedures and regulations as related to accounting.
- Previous experience with computer applications, such as Micr Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and any other related accounting software.
Education/Experience:
- High school diploma or GED required. Associate's degree in accounting or related financial discipline preferred.
- 5-7 years financial and/or accounting experience required.
Why this Role? In this position, you'll play a key role in keeping our financial operations running smoothly. You'll process and verify invoices, ensure materials or services have been received, and accurately enter information into the ERP system. You'll also support our suppliers by answering questions and reconciling account balances. Your work directly supports timely payments and helps maintain strong supplier relationships. This role is essential to ensuring uninterrupted delivery of the goods and services that keep our business moving.
Typical Day or Week in the Role
Typical task breakdown:
- Invoice Processing & Accounts Payable Support Manage end-to-end invoice processing, including verifying receipt of goods or services, entering invoices into the ERP system, and confirming accuracy of quantities and dollar amounts. Respond to supplier inquiries and reconcile account balances to supplier statements. Prepare payment runs-including check, ACH, and wire transactions-to ensure suppliers are paid according to agreed terms and business operations continue without interruption.
- Monthly Accounting Activities Support the accounting team by preparing select journal entries, performing reconciliations, and assisting with monthly close activities.
- Record Maintenance Maintain complete and accurate financial records by filing, organizing, and safeguarding accounting documents.
- Office & Mail Coordination Coordinate incoming and outgoing mail and provide general office support as needed.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration Independently manage daily work while collaborating with internal partners, including the accounting team, supply chain, and immediate supervisor. Primary stakeholders are internal customers.
- Compliance & Internal Controls Follow all internal control policies and procedures to help reduce financial risk and ensure compliance with company standards.
Interaction with team: This role is an individual contributor position, but you'll collaborate with team members daily. You'll work closely with the accounting team, supply chain partners, and your immediate supervisor to ensure smooth financial operations and clear communication across functions.
Work environment: Office environment; business-casual attire
Years of experience: 5-7 years of Accounts Payable experience required.
Degree requirement: High school diploma or GED required; an Associate's degree in Accounting or a related financial field is preferred.
Technical Skills (Required)
Top 3 Skills:
- Solid understanding of basic accounting principles
- Proficiency in MS Office, including Excel, Outlook, and Adobe tools
- Strong data entry accuracy and speed
(Desired)
- Experience with QAD/MFGPro ERP system
Soft Skills (Required)
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Effective problem-solving abilities
(Desired)
- Solid time-management skills
Disqualifiers/Red Flags:
- Insufficient Accounts Payable Experience Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirement of 5-7 years of Accounts Payable experience or cannot demonstrate hands-on AP processing (invoice entry, 3-way match, payment preparation, supplier reconciliation, etc.).
- Inability to Follow Standard Work or Procedures Difficulty adhering to documented processes, internal controls, or workflow instructions; inconsistent application of steps required for accurate invoice handling, reconciliation, or financial recordkeeping.
- Poor Attention to Detail / Accuracy Issues Frequent errors in data entry, invoice coding, matching of quantities and dollar amounts, or document handling that would credit.
Dexian stands at the forefront of Talent + Technology solutions with a presence spanning more than 70 locations worldwide and a team exceeding 10,000 professionals. As one of the largest technology and professional staffing companies and one of the largest minority-owned staffing companies in the United States, Dexian combines over 30 years of industry expertise with cutting-edge technologies to deliver comprehensive global services and support. Dexian connects the right talent and the right technology with the right organizations to deliver trajectory-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals.
Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Office Clerk
Match your program category before applying
The Intern category applies if you're currently enrolled in a degree program abroad. The Trainee category fits recent graduates with relevant work experience. Applying to host employers under the wrong category can stall your DS-2019 issuance entirely.
Document clerical skills with verifiable evidence
Designated sponsors require your training plan to show specific skills you'll develop, such as records management, data entry, or scheduling workflows. Gather transcripts, employer letters, or certifications before contacting any sponsor or host employer.
Target host employers who have structured training plans
Not every office environment qualifies as a J-1 host site. Employers need to demonstrate that the placement is educational, not routine employment. Search for U.S. employers already familiar with J-1 hosting requirements using Migrate Mate to filter by J-1-compatible roles.
Confirm your host employer will sign the training plan
Your designated sponsor will require a countersigned Form DS-7002 training plan from your host employer. Some small offices agree to host but haven't completed this before. Clarify this in writing during your offer negotiation, before your sponsor submits paperwork.
Identify whether your role triggers the home residency requirement
If your home government funded your exchange or your field appears on the J-1 skills list, a two-year home residency requirement may apply after your program ends. Office Clerk roles rarely trigger this, but verify your country's status with the State Department before accepting an offer.
Understand the 30-day grace period after your program ends
J-1 participants receive a 30-day grace period after their program end date to prepare for departure. This is not work-authorized time. Plan your departure or any status-change filings around this window, not the end of your actual work assignment.
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Find Office Clerk JobsOffice Clerk J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category covers Office Clerk positions?
Office Clerk roles most commonly fall under the Intern category if you're currently enrolled in a post-secondary program abroad, or the Trainee category if you graduated within the past year or two and have relevant clerical or administrative experience. The Trainee category allows up to 18 months of program duration, while Intern programs are capped at 12 months. Your designated sponsor determines which category applies based on your background.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa for an Office Clerk role?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT, not your employer. The designated sponsor reviews your qualifications, issues your DS-2019 certificate of eligibility, and monitors your program compliance. The office or company where you work is called the host employer, and they are not the visa sponsor even though they supervise your daily work.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to host a J-1 Office Clerk?
Many small and mid-size offices are open to J-1 hosting but have never gone through the process before. Searching for roles through Migrate Mate helps you identify U.S. employers whose positions align with J-1 sponsorship requirements. Once you have an interested employer, your designated sponsor works directly with them to complete the DS-7002 training plan and formalize the host relationship.
What does a J-1 training plan need to include for a clerical role?
Your Form DS-7002 training plan must outline specific skills you'll develop, broken down by phase and time period. For an Office Clerk role, this typically covers document management systems, office communication protocols, scheduling and records procedures, and any software platforms you'll learn. Generic descriptions like 'general office work' are routinely rejected by designated sponsors because they don't demonstrate the structured, educational nature the program requires.
Can my J-1 Office Clerk placement be extended if my employer wants me to stay longer?
Extensions are possible within the program category limits. Intern programs are capped at 12 months total and cannot be extended beyond that. Trainee programs allow up to 18 months. Your designated sponsor must approve any extension request, your host employer must provide a valid justification tied to your training objectives, and the extension must be filed before your current DS-2019 expires.
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