Accounts Payable Specialist Jobs

Summary

The Senior Accounts Payable Clerk is primarily responsible for the processing of bills incurred by the Corporation. The Senior Accounts Payable Clerk implements established control procedures to ensure that only duly authorized payments ae made on a timely basis, so that cash is conserved and discounts are taken.

Experience

Two to three years of general accounting experience in a hospital or similar setting is preferred.Must also have two to three years of Accounts Payable experience

Essential Functions

1. Reviews the processing invoices to ascertain that only duly authorized payments are made on a timely basis so that cash is conserved, and discounts are taken.
2. Process weekly check run: including payments issued through PNC active pay credit card and daily ACH payment. Assure that payments are made on time and that all payment discounts are utilized.
3. Audits the weekly disbursement edit reports to ensure the accuracy in vendor codes, invoice numbers, and amount to be paid.
4. Creates and audits all demand (express) checks which are to be paid, for proper approvals and adherence to established corporate policy.
5. Enters check closure and reissues into PeopleSoft system.
6. Responsible for the set-up of new vendors, ensure background checks are complete according to compliance policy
7. Maintain W-9’s for vendors and assist in 1099 process
8. Evaluates existing procedures for processing invoices to determine methods for reducing time and cost of the Finance Department.
9. Maintains audit log of all checks by check number and control number to ensure all checks are accounted for.
10. Serve as a resource for accounts payable clerks in troubleshooting complex matters and ensure that problems are responded to in a timely manner

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelors in Accounting preferred, but not required
• Strong understanding of General Ledger system and Accounts Payable processing
• 1 - 2 years in accounting or related field
• Strong organizational, analytical and recording skills
• Oracle Cloud experience preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
• Detail oriented