Accounts Payable Specialist Jobs

Job Summary

The Accounts Payable Specialist performs a variety of tasks in preparation of reports, and is responsible for coding and recording accounts payable transactions. This person also conducts the day-to-day operation of the rental assistance clearinghouses. Works with Accountant to maintain contract files and sets up new files while processing new proposals.

Essential Functions

• Maintains accounts payable files.
• Maintains the contract database and files correspondence. Records new proposals and sets up new contract files in conjunction with Accountant
• Assists with month-end closing, journal entries and reconciliations in conjunction with Accountant.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Performs accounts payable functions: general expense voucher coding & allocations, enters payments vouchers into General Ledger, and prints and processes checks.
• Maintains various clearinghouse files and information (including payment limits), processes checks according to clearinghouse regulations, and assists in preparation of clearinghouse reports.
• Assists with audit and monitoring visits.

Working Conditions

Hours: Full Time: 40 hours/week, Monday through Friday

Part Time: 20 hours/week, Monday through Friday

Site: 1337 East 5th Street

Bethlehem, PA 18015

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, And Prescription Plans!
• Additional perks and benefits including financial wellness and employee discounts!
• 401 (K) Retirement Plan with Non-Matching Annual Agency Contribution Of 7%
• Voluntary Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability Insurance options
• Free Telemedicine Access to Board-Certified Doctors, Mental Health Professionals And MORE!
• No Cost Concierge Services to Support You in Navigating the Healthcare System
• Community Action Covers 95% Of Your Health Care Costs!
• Agency Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Generous Paid Leave Time

• 10 Observed Holidays
• Vacation - 15 Days: Earn More Time After 2- And 5-Year Anniversaries
• 1 Personal Day Annually to Use at Your Leisure
• Sick - 9 Days Annually

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of accounting;
• Experience with computers required.
• Must be good at working with numbers and concentrating on details;
• Personal vehicle or access to independent transportation required
• Must have organizational ability, good judgment and initiative;
• Proof of motor vehicle insurance (for use of personal vehicle)
• Criminal record check required
• High school graduate with strong math background and courses in bookkeeping or principles of accounting, data processing, and at least 2 years of related work experience.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required
• Must have the ability to work independently, taking the initiative to complete jobs which are not assigned.