Financial Coordinator-Accounts Payable

Arkansas Foodbank•Little Rock, AR

2d•$21 - $21

About The Position

The Financial Coordinator – Accounts Payable handles financial and administrative duties to ensure vendors are paid promptly and oversees entering transactions into the ERP system. Team members are expected to support Arkansas Foodbank’s mission and hunger-relief work, understand and articulate its mission and vision, work with diverse populations, and represent the organization in keeping with its values. The position requires comfort learning and using technology and foodbank software, strong interpersonal and collaborative skills, and a commitment to hunger relief. The role may include other assigned duties, including covering absences or balancing workload. Occasional irregular hours may be necessary. The position requires an associate degree in accounting and at least two years of accounting or financial experience as preferred qualifications, though management may approve related education or experience substitutions. A valid Arkansas driver’s license and proof of insurance are required, as are passing a background check and preemployment drug screening. The listed salary is 20.67; no pay period is specified.

Requirements

At least two years of accounting or financial experience is preferred.
An associate degree in accounting is preferred; related education, training, and experience may be substituted with management approval.
Familiarity with computer operations, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
Valid Arkansas driver’s license and proof of insurance.
Must pass a background check.
Must pass a preemployment drug screening.
Ability to make independent judgments with significant organizational impact.
Ability to formulate, initiate, and administer policies and procedures for effective fiscal control.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to produce quality work within deadlines, with or without direct supervision.
Ability to multitask, organize, and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
Ability to interact professionally with employees and external customers.
Ability to contribute effectively as a team member and work independently while coordinating with others.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in accounting.
At least two years of accounting or financial experience.
Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

Manage electronic purchase orders.
Code invoices to the proper general ledger, department, and project accounts.
Prepare invoices, checks, and other records; review them for accuracy and ensure timely payments.
Manage contractor and vendor databases to support reporting and analysis.
Respond to vendor inquiries and provide customer service.
Complete new vendor applications.
Back up the Restricted Funds Coordinator in processing remote check deposits.
Perform related general office duties as needed, including photocopying, filing, faxing, and preparing and distributing correspondence.
Prepare monthly activity reports.
Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and conferences.
Represent Arkansas Foodbank in the community as needed.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.