Accounts Payable Specialist

The Jewish Federation of Cincinnati • Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

The Jewish Federation of Cincinnati (“JFC”) is hiring an Accounts Payable Specialist for Shared Business Services (SBS), a department of JFC.  SBS provides professional finance, accounting, human resource, talent management, and risk and insurance services for the Jewish Federation and for more than 20 Jewish non-profit agencies in the Greater Cincinnati area and is a critical, valued business partner of those organizations. This is a full-time, hourly Accounts Payable Specialist position and reports to the Accounting and Finance Manager who oversees centralized processes. The Accounts Payable Specialist has primary responsibility to manage the end-to-end Accounts Payable process for our clients, while providing outstanding customer service. This role plays a vital part in supporting the organization’s mission by maintaining strong vendor relationships and ensuring fiscal accountability.

Requirements

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong work ethic; respect for and adherence to confidentiality expectations
• Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills
• Professional and pleasant demeanor with outstanding customer service skills
• Consistent and strong attention to detail
• Ability to take initiative and ownership of assigned projects and duties
• Ability to multitask effectively, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines
• Willingness to occasionally work extra hours
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on organization, accuracy and timeliness
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least three years of Accounts Payable experience
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)

Nice To Haves

• Accounting experience a plus
• Proficiency in accounting software, QuickBooks and Blackbaud’s Financial Edge a plus
• Experience with Certify and Bill.Com platforms a plus

Responsibilities

• Review, code, and process vendor invoices and employee reimbursements.
• Ensure proper authorization and documentation for all disbursements.
• Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH transfers, and credit card payments.
• Prepares check disbursements and verifies accuracy before distributing.
• Responds to vendor inquiries, resolve billing discrepancies in a timely manner and manages vendor communications effectively.
• Assist with the issuance of 1099’s.
• Maintain vendor files, including W9 documentation.
• Support audits by providing documentation and responding to requests.
• Implement industry best practices to improve process controls and/or efficiency.
• Assists with special projects, as applicable.

Benefits

• Robust Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with employee health and wellness plan
• Talent Management & Professional Development programs and learning opportunities.
• Competitive 401(k) program with company match and additional contribution opportunities
• Complimentary single membership to the Mayerson JCC Fitness Center + Discounts to the onsite Café and Spa
• Incredible Paid Time Off: 15 days of vacation, 12 days of sick, and up to 10 paid Jewish Holidays per year (in addition to federal holidays)
• F.S.A, Employer Matched H.S.A, life insurance, Voluntary Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance, 529 College Savings Plan, Legal Shield plan
• Fun, collaborative, business-casual work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree