Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist- Invoice Issue Resolution, Full Time, First Shift

UC Health•Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

The Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for overseeing the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices while proactively identifying and resolving issues that may delay payments. This role requires a high level of attention to detail and critical thinking to investigate discrepancies, reconcile supplier accounts, and communicate effectively with both internal departments and external vendors. The specialist serves as a key point of contact for escalated payment inquiries and works to ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and accounting standards. In addition, the individual will contribute to process improvements, support month-end close activities, and assist with audits as needed. About UC Health UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching-a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com.

Requirements

Minimum Required: High School Diploma or GED.
Minimum Required: 3 - 5 Years equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

Preferred: Associate's Degree.
Preferred: 6 - 10 Years equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Review and process vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
Verify purchase order details, receiving reports, and pricing before approving payments.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies or issues with invoices, such as pricing errors, missing documentation, or billing inconsistencies.
Communicate with vendors and internal departments to resolve disputes and ensure timely resolution.
Reconcile accounts payable records with vendor statements to ensure all invoices are accounted for and resolved.
Maintain positive relationships with vendors by addressing inquiries related to payments, invoices, and disputes.
Respond to vendor inquiries regarding the status of payments and assist with any questions regarding accounts payable issues.
Ensure adherence to company policies, accounting principles, and legal requirements in all accounts payable activities.
Identify areas for process improvements to enhance efficiency in the accounts payable process and reduce errors.
Support cross-functional teams in resolving discrepancies related to payment terms, procurement, or accounting systems.
Ensure all accounts payable processes comply with auditing standards and best practices.
Assist in special projects or ad-hoc tasks related to accounts payable, as needed.