Accounts Payable & Payroll Specialist – Hybrid

Howard University Hospital•Washington, DC

1d•$55,000 - $70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Accounts Payable & Payroll Specialist Role Summary The Accounts Payable & Payroll Specialist supports hospital financial operations through the accurate processing of vendor payments and employee payroll. This role ensures employees and vendors are paid correctly and on time while maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations, union agreements, and federal and state labor laws. The position plays a key role in maintaining financial accuracy and operational efficiency in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred
2–3 years of experience in accounts payable, payroll, or a combined finance role
Strong understanding of GAAP accounting principles
Knowledge of payroll laws and wage and hour compliance requirements
Experience with ERP or payroll systems (Workday, ADP, Lawson, PeopleSoft, UKG, or similar)
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Healthcare finance experience preferred

Responsibilities

Process and review vendor invoices for hospital supplies, pharmaceuticals, and contracted services.
Ensure proper approvals, coding, and timely payment through ACH, check, or credit card.
Maintain accurate accounts payable records and reconcile vendor statements.
Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies while supporting audit readiness.
Collect and process employee timesheets for biweekly payroll, including union and non-union staff.
Verify payroll entries including hours worked, overtime, PTO, shift differentials, retroactive pay, deductions, and bonuses.
Coordinate payroll updates with Human Resources for new hires, terminations, pay rate changes, and leave of absence activity.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws as well as union agreements and hospital policies.
Support month-end and year-end close processes including payroll liabilities and reporting requirements.
Respond to employee and vendor inquiries related to payroll, invoices, deductions, and timesheets.
Assist in preparing financial and payroll reports for leadership, audits, and regulatory agencies.