AP Specialist I - Remote

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9h•Remote

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Specialist I is responsible for processing vendor invoices, reconciling accounts, and resolving discrepancies within the Oracle Cloud ERP system. This role ensures timely and accurate invoice processing, maintains compliance with company policies and financial regulations, and collaborates with internal teams and vendors to improve efficiency within the accounts payable function. The Accounts Payable Specialist I also assists with data validation, financial reporting, and system integrations to enhance overall financial accuracy and performance. As an Accounts Payable Specialist I at Community Health Systems, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our purpose to help people get well and live healthier by providing safe, quality healthcare, building enduring relationships with our patients, and providing value for the people and communities we serve. Our team members enjoy a robust benefits package including health insurance, flexible scheduling, 401k and student loan repayment program

Requirements

H.S. Diploma or GED
0-2 years of experience in accounts payable, invoice processing, or financial operations
Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with Excel, including the ability to perform data analysis and generate reports

Nice To Haves

1 to 2 years of AP experience
Experienced excel user with proficiency in pivot tables and VLOOKUP
Great customer service skills
Associate Degree or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
Experience working with Oracle Cloud ERP or other enterprise financial systems
Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes, invoice reconciliation, and financial reporting.
Experience with three-way and two-way matching, PO/non-PO invoice processing, and vendor payment procedures.
Proficiency in Oracle Cloud ERP, Microsoft Excel (including formulas, data validation, and reporting), and financial software.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify discrepancies and implement solutions.
Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with vendors, internal teams, and finance leadership.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills, ensuring timely processing of invoices and payments.
Knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and regulatory compliance related to accounts payable.

Responsibilities

Processes and verifies invoices in Oracle Cloud ERP, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and financial controls.
Performs three-way matching for purchase order (PO) invoices, collaborating with internal teams to resolve discrepancies related to purchase orders, receipts, and invoices.
Conducts two-way matching for service-related POs and routes invoices to the appropriate approver based on spend authority guidelines.
Processes non-PO invoices, analyzing invoice details to assign the correct general ledger coding and ensuring approvals align with company policies.
Investigates and resolves invoice discrepancies, including issues related to pricing, quantities, missing purchase orders, and incorrect vendor details, by working closely with vendors and internal departments.
Manages and resolves accounts payable customer service cases, responding to inquiries regarding invoice processing, payments, and vendor accounts while ensuring timely resolutions.
Leads RNI (Received Not Invoiced) and INR (Invoice Not Received) meetings, collaborating with cross-functional teams to reconcile outstanding transactions and improve process efficiencies.
Identifies opportunities for process improvements, leveraging automation, ERP functionalities, and best practices to streamline accounts payable operations.
Maintains compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements, ensuring adherence to GAAP and company financial standards.
Creates, validates, and maintains Excel spreadsheets for accounts payable data, including invoice tracking, payment processing, and vendor account reconciliation, while ensuring seamless integration with Oracle Cloud ERP.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.