Accounts Payable Specialist II

Bering Straits Native Corp•Anchorage, AK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Bering Straits Native Corporation (BSNC) was formed as a result of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) in 1972. BSNC became the regional Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) for the Bering Strait region, which encompasses the majority of the Seward Peninsula and the coastal lands of eastern Norton Sound. This is one of the most culturally diverse regions in the state. Three distinct Native languages are spoken: St. Lawrence Island Yupik, Central Yup’ik, and Inupiaq. About this position: Accounts Payable Specialist II Location – Anchorage, AK The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Applicants will be notified via phone or email within ten (10) business days of submittal.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
At least three (3) continuous, full-time accounts payable to tech I level (or above) experience in a high-volume environment
Ten key by touch.
Ability to meet weekly deadlines.
Ability to balance multiple competing priorities under deadlines.
Good organizational and time management skills.
Good interpersonal skills and able to work in a team environment.
Dependable and punctual.
Current experience processing accounts payable in government contracting, and multi company environment
Experience with Sharepoint, CostPoint, or any other AP invoice routing system.
Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
Managing one's own time.
Using computers and computer system software, enter data, or process information.
The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand

Nice To Haves

Moderate level of computer skills required, including proficiency using Microsoft Office programs and email system.
Costpoint experience

Responsibilities

Review invoices and check requests for accuracy and completeness.
Assembles documents for computer input, verifying accuracy of itemized charges, accounts numbers, total costs and obtain required approvals.
Verify that transactions comply with financial policies and procedures
Enter invoices into the accounting system for multiple companies.
Prepare and process accounts payable checks and ACH payments.
Ensure timely payments of vendor invoices and expense reimbursements.
Review vendor statements, invoices, investigate and resolve discrepancies.
Reconcile and process expense reports and company credit card statements.
Responds to vendor questions, inquiries and reconciliations.
Provides accounts payable services to staff, projects and vendors.
Assist in month end closing process.
Coordinate with team during month-end close to ensure completion on a timely manner
Assist w/ training and provides day-to-day assistance to the AP Tech I positions
Setup new vendors
Process 1099s
Manage recurring payments.
Ensure payments are made timely and accurately
Provide backup and support to AP Manager and AP Supervisor
Take ownership of special projects and/or processes needing special and/or advanced attention
Assist with process improvements and documentation
Performs other related tasks as may be assigned by the AP Manager and/or Controller