Do you need a degree to be an accounts payable clerk?

No, you do not need a degree to be an accounts payable clerk. Generally, this position only requires a high school diploma or equivalent. However, it does help to have an associate's degree.

Many roles as an accounts payable clerk are entry-level positions that do not require prior experience or training. However, most employers prefer candidates with some prior accounting-related experience. A common way to gain this experience is to pursue an associate's degree in accounting, finance, payroll accounting.