AP - Accounting Representative

Illinois Bone and Joint Institute LLC•Des Plaines, IL

6d•$24 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Representative will be responsible for the timely and accurate processing of accounts payable invoices and reimbursements. This role involves opening and sorting mail, reviewing invoices for appropriate approvals and terms, coding invoices with the correct general ledger account and division, and processing payments through the organization's accounting software. The representative will also manage vendor information, maintain contract files, track recurring AP items, and process automated payments. Additionally, the role includes investigating and resolving discrepancies or suspicious activities on vendor invoices, processing 1099 forms, and assisting with bookkeeping and cash management tasks such as sorting and coding receipts, preparing deposits, and reconciling bank activity. The position also involves implementing accounts payable policies and procedures, completing special projects, and potentially making on-site visits to assigned divisions. The Accounting Representative will make independent decisions regarding invoice compliance and payment processing, bank deposits, internal/external communication for financial information, securing repayments, organizing workload, and communicating with vendors and employees. Actions referred to the Controller include issuing checks, resolving unusual AP issues, and problems in attaining required financial information.

Requirements

Five year’s equivalent Accounts payable/book-keeping experience. Health care industry work experience preferred.
Familiarity with a personal computer and the Windows environment, Microsoft Office (i.e. Outlook, Excel, Access and Word) and the internet.
Experience with a computerized mid-level accounts payable software system.
Proficient with the use of a keyboard and a 10 key calculator.
Good analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal and communications skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Exposure to a change and growth-oriented environment.
Proactive in the development of partnerships and relationships with peers, co- workers, consultants and other internal or external customers.

Nice To Haves

Health care industry work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Timely and accurate processing of accounts payable invoices and reimbursements
Open mail, sort by division and date stamp on a daily basis
Review all invoices and ensure appropriate approvals. If applicable, verify terms against vendor contracts. Coordinate with the Purchasing department as required
Code invoices using appropriate general ledger account and applicable division for given activity
Process all invoices for payment utilizing the accounts payable module within the organization’s accounting software system. Payments should be processed by their due date taking all appropriate discounts and ensuring that all appropriate taxes are paid
Print and attain appropriate signatures on checks. Prepare checks for distribution as required by including remittance stub, copy of invoice, affixing account or invoice number on check, etc. Scan checks, register, and documentation. Text Recognize scanned file. Distribute checks
Maintain accurate vendors information and obtain W-9 forms for all vendors
Develop and maintain files of all fully executed vendor contracts, leases and agreements. Coordinate such activities with senior management, practice administrators, directors, legal and professional consultants, purchasing, etc
Track recurring AP items on Trello Board and pay them in a timely manner
Process all automated items and update them in the checkbook, as well as send corresponding files to HIS
Investigate and resolve accounts with problems
Investigate any resolve any discrepancies or suspicious activities on vendor invoices
Work to attain all original invoices that support balances on statement. When processing a photo or fax copy of an invoice, ensure original invoice has not been paid by reviewing the payment history of the vendor within the accounts payable system
In the event payment has been made in error (e.g. payment to incorrect vendor, duplicate payment, etc.) work to attain a refund or credit from vendor
Identify 1099 activities / vendors as invoices and vouchers are being processed during the course of the year and apply as required within the accounts payable or applicable system used to report such activities
Issue and maintain W-9 forms (i.e. Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification) in order to ensure the accurate processing
Issue 1099s as required and by their applicable due and transmit such information to the IRS as required by the applicable due date
Investigate and resolve any discrepancies as notified by the IRS
Sort, code and enter cash and credit card receipts from activities processed by billing company, as well as contact virtual companies to cancel future payments
Prepare and make deposits for miscellaneous receipts
Assist with required activities associated with the organization’s debt financing or any other activities with the organization’s financial institutions
Reconciles bank activity, which includes entering items not already in the checkbook
Upload Positive Pay files to the bank
Pull and code invoices for self -assessed sales tax and give to accountants in a timely manner
Update Access one and other AP/GL Sub-schedules
Scan NSF’s from bank and send to HIS. Follow up with any Non-HIS issues
Assists in the review and implementation of accounts payable procedures by providing input into the development of new or revision of existing procedures to ensure uniformity and accuracy throughout the organization
Maintain a current file of policies and procedures that affect accounts payable processing and ensure adherence to these policies in order to process accounts payable payments appropriately
Complete special projects as assigned which may include, but is not limited to, developing and running various reports from the accounts payable module of the organization’s accounting software system, cross training and assisting in new employee orientation
Make periodic on-site visits as required to assigned divisions in order to resolve issues and / or increase customer service