Accounts Payable Associate

NYU Langone Health•Bethpage, NY

About The Position

NYU Langone Health is a fully integrated health system that consistently achieves the best patient outcomes through a rigorous focus on quality that has resulted in some of the lowest mortality rates in the nation. Vizient Inc. has ranked NYU Langone the No. 1 comprehensive academic medical center in the country for three years in a row, and U.S. News & World Report recently placed nine of its clinical specialties among the top five in the nation. NYU Langone offers a comprehensive range of medical services with one high standard of care across 6 inpatient locations, its Perlmutter Cancer Center, and over 320 outpatient locations in the New York area and Florida. With $14.2 billion in revenue this year, the system also includes two tuition-free medical schools, in Manhattan and on Long Island, and a vast research enterprise with over $1 billion in active awards from the National Institutes of Health. For more information, go to NYU Langone Health , and interact with us on LinkedIn , Glassdoor , Indeed , Facebook , Twitter , YouTube and Instagram . We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Accounts Payable Associate. In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely resolution of payment issues across all of NYU Langone Healths business units. Fostering relationships with internal and external customers will be crucial to the candidates success. Additional responsibilities include vendor statement reconciliation and handling of special projects.

Requirements

Associates degree required with 1-2 years of experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience
Effective oral, written skills and interpersonal skills.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Access.
Knowledge of modern office standard practices and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree majoring in a finance related subject (e.g. Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics)
At least 2 years of related work experience (nonprofit/healthcare Accounts Payable/P2P experience preferred)
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Oracle PeopleSoft experience strongly preferred.
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks with competing priorities
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

Analyze invoice related issues pertaining to match exceptions / disputes etc. and liaise with Vendors, Requesters and Supply Chain to rectify
Analyze AP exception data to identify root causes and provide actionable recommendations on how to prevent/correct issues going forward
Respond to internal and external inquiries in an effective, efficient and professional manner
Reconcile vendor statements monthly
Process emergency payments when necessary
Assist in fostering a partnership between Accounts Payable and its customers to improve customer relations, service, and process
Communicates clearly and concisely with customers in a professional and timely manner
Demonstrate creative thinking when seeking alternative solutions to process challenges and issues
Assist AP Management in monitoring, updating and enforcing Accounts Payable policies and procedures.
Participate in evaluation and redesign, as necessary, of internal processes.
Special Ad Hoc projects and additional duties as assigned

Benefits

NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.
At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package.
Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement.
The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support.
Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.
The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters.
Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

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