Director of Accounts Payable

Angelo State University•San Angelo, TX

53d•$75,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

Under minimal supervision, supervises the daily operations of the Accounts Payable office and assures the accurate and timely payment of invoices, researches and resolves invoice and payment issues, works cooperatively with the Purchasing office to assure the proper accounting of payments in compliance with state regulations, prepares the 1099 reporting for the university and ASU Foundation, and lead, mentor and support a dynamic team to achieve operational excellence.

Requirements

Knowledge of accounts payable processes and general accounting procedures
Knowledge of State of Texas regulations related to expenditures
Knowledge of fund accounting principles and reconciling financial records
Knowledge of university budgets, appropriations documents, and financial references
Knowledge of operation of personal computers, with strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other spreadsheet/word processing tools
Skills in accounting and financial systems management
Skills in oral and written communication, active listening, and strong interpersonal skills
Skills in coaching, providing feedback, and conducting performance evaluations to support employee development
Skills in problem-solving and conflict resolution to address employee and operational concerns effectively
Skills in commitment to delivering excellent customer service
Abilities to perform accurate mathematical calculations and accounting entries
Abilities to organize, prioritize, and complete tasks requiring attention to detail in a timely manner
Abilities to learn and operate effectively within multiple software systems
Abilities to work independently for extended periods with minimal supervision
Abilities to analyze issues and implement effective solutions
Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, management or other directly related field required.
Five plus years of progressive and diversified professional level accounts payable experience which includes the training and supervision of staff required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required.

Nice To Haves

Banner ERP and Higher Ed experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervises all functions within the accounts payable office to include coding and reviewing invoices
Interprets university and state guidelines and apply to payment processing
Resolves invoice issues and corrects errors as needed
Approves invoices for payment
Supports staff to ensure check and direct deposit payments are processed accurately from state and local bank accounts.
Prepare university 1099's for services rendered to ASU, ASU Foundation, and other related organizations as needed.
Communicates in a professional, service-oriented manner with departments, staff and others in the course of performing work or coordinating tasks.
Provides coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations to support employee development.
Responsible for testing new processes and upgrades related to Banner accounts payable functions within the finance module.
Assist in preparing and reviewing of ASU policies and procedures relating to accounts payable.
Responsible for continuous improvement and implementation of automation resulting in operational efficiencies and adherence to state regulations.
Enters ETV's, deposits and other related documents into state accounting system (USAS).
Approves all direct entries in USAS.
Approves quarterly and annual reports of encumbrance's expenditures into USAS.