Payables Specialist (Housing)

Muckleshoot Indian Tribe•Auburn, WA

1d•$28 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Payables Manager, the Payables Specialist is responsible for performing administrative and clerical accounts payable tasks and functions, to maintain compliance with the Housing Authority’s policies and procedures. The Specialist must also provide high quality customer service to both internal and external groups.

Requirements

AA degree in Finance or closely related field. Three (3) years of additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
One (1) year of AP experience in a Finance or Accounting Department.
Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screening.
Keyboarding (speed required may vary according to position assignment).
Excellent communication (oral and written).
Interpersonal and human relations.
Problem solving.
Effective customer service (in person and via telephone – discretion, patience, etiquette, and professionalism).
Using 10-key machine by touch.
Numerical analysis.
Operating a variety of office equipment (fax machine and copier).
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to adapt to frequent interruptions and changes in workload demand.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive matters.
Ability to follow through on assignments.
Ability to learn specialized terminology relevant to position.
Ability to take initiative.
Ability to conduct research for specific work assignment.
Knowledge of general office principles and practices.
Knowledge of software applications relative to the position.
Knowledge of proper English grammar, usage and spelling.
Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Knowledge of basic accounting and mathematics.

Responsibilities

Create requisitions for invoice processing.
Process invoices for payment in the accounting system.
Reconcile vendor statements.
Scan documents into the imaging system.
Print checks and related documents.
Obtain signatures for checks.
Mail or distribute accounts payable checks.
File accounts payable documents.
Assist with inventory as assigned.
Assist with other Finance tasks as assigned.
Because of the Tribe's commitment to community service and the well-being of its members, each employee may be expected to perform a wide range of office and field duties from time to time. Such duties may or may not be related to their regular responsibilities.