AP Specialist per diem

The Opportunity Alliance • South Portland, ME

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Specialist is an accounting technical support position in the Finance Department. The role supports the Agency’s mission by performing duties associated with recording, billing, reporting, and reconciling the Agency’s accounts payable software system. The position also attends and participates in periodic Finance Department staff meetings. Work is performed, reviewed, and evaluated under the supervision of the Accounts Payable Manager.

This is a per-diem, as-needed role with no set schedule and no guaranteed hours. Work is primarily Monday through Friday during regular business hours. The office is based in Portland, Maine, and in-office days may be required. Normal office conditions apply; driving may be necessary to attend meetings and trainings but is not a primary or essential responsibility.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in a computerized accounts payable environment.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and general business practices.
• Demonstrated speed and accuracy using a 10-key adding machine and performing data entry.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Ability to manage time effectively and adhere to deadlines.
• Ability to function effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers.
• Successfully pass a criminal background check, child protective service check, and sex offender check.
• Must not be on the state or federal suspension and disbarment list.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Accounting.
• Experience with The Financial Edge Accounting software or similar experience.

Responsibilities

• Record, bill, report, and reconcile transactions in the Agency’s accounts payable software system.
• Attend and participate in periodic Finance Department staff meetings.
• Adhere to deadlines and communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers.
• Attend meetings and trainings when needed; driving may be necessary.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off accrual.
• 9 paid holidays per calendar year and up to 3 floating holidays per calendar year.
• Medical benefits at a reasonable cost.
• Dental and vision insurance options.
• Agency-paid basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan with an agency match; all employees are eligible.
• Tuition reimbursement offered once per year through an application process.
• Qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree