Entry Level Accounts Payable Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Numbers are your thing—and details don’t get past you?

Kato Cable is hiring a full-time Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our Accounting team in Mankato. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys organization, problem-solving, and the satisfaction of making everything balance.

In this role, you’ll:

• Process vendor invoices and customer billings
• Apply customer payments and assist with vendor payment runs
• Help resolve invoice and account discrepancies
• Maintain accurate, organized financial records
• Support month-end activities and Accounting team projects
• Work with departments across the company to keep information flowing accurately

We’re looking for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, comfortable working with numbers, and ready to learn. Previous accounting, bookkeeping, QuickBooks, or manufacturing experience is helpful—but not required.

Pay: $21–$24 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Location: Kato Cable in Mankato, Minnesota
Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; paid holidays; a 401(k) retirement plan; and more

If you’re ready to put your attention to detail to work with a growing manufacturing company, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us keep the numbers—and the business—moving forward!

Kato Cable, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants and employees as required by applicable law.

The Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable Clerk supports the Accounting Department by processing vendor invoices, customer billings, and assisting with daily accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks. This entry-level role is responsible for accurate data entry, organizing documentation, ensuring timely payments to vendors, and ensuring timely payment postings from customers. The position works closely with Purchasing, Receiving, and Customer Service to resolve basic discrepancies and maintain accurate records.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounts Payable

• Receive and review vendor invoices for completeness.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents.
• Enter invoice data into the accounting/ERP system accurately.
• Assist with preparing weekly payment runs (checks/ACH).
• File and maintain organized digital and physical records.
• Respond to basic vendor inquiries regarding payment status.
• Assist in maintaining updated vendor information (W-9s, contact details).
• Help reconcile vendor statements under supervision.

Accounts Receivable

• Post invoices and send them to customers daily.
• Apply customer payments received via ACH, wire transfer, checks, and other payment methods accurately and timely.
• Escalate issues and discrepancies on customer accounts as needed.
• Respond to customer inquiries regarding invoices, account balances, and billing discrepancies.
• Send monthly statements to customers.

General

• Support month-end accounts payable and accounts receivable close activities.
• Assist with organizing documentation for audits.
• Perform data entry and clerical accounting tasks as assigned.
• Provide general administrative support to the Accounting team.

In addition, may also be responsible for a variety of tasks as needed by our ongoing business and company requirements.

EXPERIENCE, COMPETENCIES AND EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic knowledge of accounting, bookkeeping, or financial recordkeeping
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook
• Ability to enter and review detailed information accurately
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information
• Effective written and verbal communication skills

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Associate degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field
• Up to two years of accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or office experience
• Experience using QuickBooks or another accounting or ERP system
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND MEASURES

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic understanding of numbers and financial documents.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
• Strong organizational skills.
• Professional and courteous communication skills.
• Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stand - Rare/Occasional

Walk - Rare/Occasional

Sit - Frequent

Use of Hands or Fingers - Constant

Reaching - Rare/Occasional

Talk or Hear - Constant

Weight Requirements

0 - 10 lbs. - Constant

11 - 25 lbs. - Rare/Occasional

26 - 50 lbs. - Rare/Occasional

Vision Requirements

• Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
• Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
• Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
• Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The primary duties of this position are performed in a professional office environment with a typically low to moderate noise level. The employee may occasionally enter a manufacturing or warehouse area and must follow applicable safety requirements.

This position routinely uses standard office equipment, including computers, telephones, printers, scanners, and filing systems. The employee is not normally exposed to outdoor weather conditions.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required of the employee. Duties and responsibilities may be changed or assigned at any time, with or without notice, consistent with applicable law.