Accounts Payable Clerk at Protective Life in Chesterfield, MO

The work we do has an impact on millions of lives, and you can be a part of it.

We help protect our customers against life’s uncertainties. Regardless of where you work within the company, you’ll be helping provide protection and peace of mind when our customers need it most.

The Accounts Payable Clerk's duties include the timely issuance of check payments to internal and external clients. As a vital member of the Asset Protection Division (APD), this position is responsible for processing manual check requests, printing, sorting, and mailing checks, and maintaining internal controls to prevent errors. The role demands meticulous attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to adhere to strict deadlines.

The preferred candidate will have a background in bookkeeping, high disbursement clerical work, or Accounts Payable. A fundamental knowledge of Microsoft Office Products and effective communication skills are also required.

The role is based on-site, Monday through Friday, at our Chesterfield, MO, office.

Key Responsibilities

• Process manual check requests for APD, including entering requests into vendor invoice systems and coding vendor invoices for accurate account distributions.
• Print, sort, and mail a high volume of checks, ensuring timely processing and distribution on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Handle checks requiring special attention, such as different pay-to/mail-to addresses, special groupings, expedited delivery, or additional documentation.
• Maintain internal controls by tracking check numbers and control numbers to prevent errors and ensure compliance.
• Manage inventory of check printing supplies and reorder as needed to avoid service delays.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external clients, providing backup support and handling returned checks.
• Undertake additional tasks or special projects to support business goals.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent certification.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and work well under pressure.
• Comfort with multitasking and ability to prioritize assignments.
• Demonstratable knowledge of Microsoft Office Products.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.

Preferences

• Associates degree or certificate in Accounting, Bookkeeping, or similar focus.
• 1 year of experience with a high-volume disbursement process.
• Familiarity with SAP or similar financial systems.

The internal job title for this role is Accounts Payable Analyst. #ind123

Employee Benefits:

We aim to protect the wellbeing of our employees and their families with a broad benefits offering. In addition to offering comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance, we support emotional wellbeing through mental health benefits and an employee assistance program. Work/life balance is important and Protective offers a variety of paid time away benefits (e.g., paid time off, paid parental leave, short-term disability, and a cultural observance day). The financial health of our employees is just as important as physical and emotional health. Some of the financial wellbeing benefits include contributions to healthcare accounts, a pension plan, and a 401(k) plan with Company matching. All employees are encouraged to protect their overall wellbeing by engaging in ProHealth Rewards, Protective’s platform to improve wellbeing while earning cash rewards.

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary by position in accordance with the terms of the Company’s benefit plans.

Accommodations for Applicants with a Disability:

If you require an accommodation to complete the application and recruitment process due to a disability, please email eric.hess@protective.com. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application and recruitment process.

Please note that the above email is solely for individuals with disabilities requesting an accommodation. General employment questions should not be sent through this process.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to being inclusive and attracting, retaining, and growing an inclusive workforce.