Accounts Payable Specialist
OTC•Springfield, MO
•Onsite
About The Position
The Accounts Payable Specialist assists in maintaining the financial accounting records of the College system by accurately processing vendor payments and reviewing college-wide p-card transactions for policy compliance.
Requirements
- Associate degree in accounting or finance from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning, or five years of experience in accounts payable.
- One to three years of experience in accounts payable.
- Strong attention to detail for accurate data entry and ability to resolve missing or duplicate billing issues.
- Understanding of automated accounting systems, and a sound knowledge of relevant federal, state and local government regulations.
- Excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Strong self-management skills.
- Professional verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work well with others.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, 10-key data entry, and experience with accounting software.
- Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite.
Nice To Haves
- Five years of experience in accounts payable.
- Experience with Colleague.
- Experience working within a collegiate setting.
Responsibilities
- Voucher all vendor invoices for purchases and manage outgoing payments to prevent overpayments, duplicate charges and payment delays.
- Process credit memos to ensure credit is received and applied to the vendor activity.
- Pay vendor invoices with Accounts Payable p-card as indicated on the payment request.
- Process employee reimbursements.
- Process the weekly check run and distribute payments in a timely manner.
- Maintain organized accounts payable records and file check copies, payment requests, invoices, and documentation.
- Communicate directly with vendors and respond to phone and email inquiries regarding outstanding invoices.
- Resolve purchase order, invoice, or payment discrepancies.
- Review college-wide p-card transactions to ensure adherence to college policy.
- Scan and link all accounts payable documents.
- Exhibit exemplary attendance and punctuality.
- Comply with college policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned, including attending system functions, serving on committees and attending community events.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
