Accounts Payable Specialist

Duluth YMCA•Duluth, MN

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Processes accounts payable and payment related functions for multiple YMCAs. Serves as the point of contact for all accounts payable and purchasing related issues. Assists with various audits that are performed each year. Provides excellent customer service to all staff and external vendors. As a member of the Central Services team, learns other job functions and serves as a backup to other team members as needed.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in bookkeeping/accounts payable/office management or associates degree in accounting/business
Proficient in all standard business software
Ability to work with integrity, discretion and a professional approach
Ability to work with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.)
Certifications: CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent, and Basic First Aid (required). Training can be provided upon hiring, and must be obtained within 60 days. Higher levels of certification are accepted.
Commitment of supporting principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action to achieve a diverse work environment.
Must be able to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

Maintains vendor records
Processes all accounts payable transactions.
Manages all vendor credit accounts.
Processes all payments on a timely basis.
Maintains files and records of all expenses and fixed assets.
Prepares and makes necessary journal entries as assigned by the Finance Leadership Team.
Assist staff in purchasing.
Assist and works with Finance Leadership Team and auditors in completion of annual audit.
Assists the Leadership Team to provide needed information for various audits that may be conducted by outside agencies such as grant funders.
Assists the Leadership Team, client YMCAs and department directors by providing historical accounts payable and payroll information for developing the annual budget.
Works as a member of the Central Services cross functional team learning other departmental duties and backing up team members, as needed.
Responds to all staff, member and client inquiries expeditiously, and within 24 business hours, when possible.
Puts into practice the YMCA’s core values of Honesty, Caring, Respect, and Responsibility while advancing the cause-driven culture of the Y.
Fosters an inclusive environment appreciative of differences in the workplace. Meaningfully participate in and lead efforts to support the Y’s commitment to equity and diversity.

Benefits

Retirement accounts (You can contribute at any time, but the Y will contribute 12% after two years of service with 1,000 hours in each of the two years)
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Plans
Medical and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts available
Long and Short-Term Disability Coverage
Employee assistance program
Complimentary nationwide 2 adult family membership to the Y
Discounts on programs, summer camps, YMCA Camp Miller
Paid time off (About 120 hours/ year and starting with 40 hours)
Paid parental leave
Subscription to the Calm app
Bereavement leave
Paid holidays
Team member referral program
Employee engagement and appreciation activities
Growth and development opportunities
Free parking
Leadership certification and related training offered and encouraged