Being an accounts payable includes a number of both soft and hard skills. For example, a good clerk should be well-versed in math, finances, and financial regulation and be familiar with accounting software. In addition to that, being good at this job requires meticulous attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills, especially if we’re talking about a large company dealing with many vendors. Some positions require the clerks to handle the communication with vendors altogether, meaning that good communication skills are also valuable.