Payment clerk
しはらいがかりじむいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : Accounting Clerical Occupations
- Minor : Cash Handling Clerks
Summary
An office position in companies or organizations responsible for payment operations to suppliers and contractors, handling everything from voucher creation to payment procedures and ledger recording.
Description
Payment clerks are responsible for payment operations to a company's suppliers and external contractors. They verify the contents of invoices and settlement statements, perform data entry using accounting software or vouchers, handle bank transfer procedures, issue checks, and manage cash disbursements. Their duties also include managing payment schedules, tracking unpaid balances, posting to ledgers, and coordinating with internal accounting staff and external financial institutions. High accuracy to prevent errors in amounts or omissions in procedures, as well as a strong sense of confidentiality, are required.
Future Outlook
While routine payment operations will become more automated with the introduction of DX and RPA, the importance of management and checking tasks is expected to increase.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Good team player / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Day shift / Office work / Remote / Shortened hours available
Career Path
Payment clerk → Accounting clerk → Bookkeeping clerk → Accounting leader → Accounting manager
Required Skills
Accounting software operation / Spreadsheets / Transfer procedures / Voucher processing
Recommended Skills
Basic tax knowledge / Bookkeeping knowledge / Data verification and correction / Expense settlement system operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in amounts or voucher entry can affect company operations. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because there is a lot of routine work, creative thinking is not particularly required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it is mainly desk work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- JCCI Bookkeeping Certification Level 2
- JCCI Bookkeeping Certification Level 3
Aliases
- Disbursement clerk
- Payment clerk
Related Jobs
- Accounting clerk
- Bookkeeping clerk
- Disbursement clerk