ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST FT

Legent Health•Plano, TX

7d•$27 - $30

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Specialist performs routine accounting tasks in general accounting. The role reconciles accounts, processes expense invoices, verifies information, performs daily balancing, researches and resolves outages, and files and prepares accounting reports. It also processes invoices, expense reports, and petty cash requests; reconciles vendor statements; prepares cash disbursement approval reports; reviews payment history for recurring expenses; maintains vendor files; and prepares 1099s.

Requirements

Fundamental understanding of standard accounting or bookkeeping concepts, practices, and procedures.
One to two years of Accounts Payable experience.
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
Ability to handle confidential information discreetly and professionally.
Detail-oriented, with a strong emphasis on accuracy.
Ability to meet deadlines and remain customer-focused.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
Ability to process and follow up on rush items.
Ability to be an effective team member and display initiative.
Proficiency with MS Word and Excel.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in health care.

Responsibilities

Code and process facility invoices, expense reports, and petty cash requests in a timely manner.
Reconcile vendor statements and handle payment complaints or discrepancies.
Prepare cash disbursement approval reports.
Review vendor payment history to ensure recurring monthly expenses are received and paid.
Maintain vendor files and perform other clerical work.
Prepare 1099s.
Work effectively as a team player.
Perform other duties as assigned.