Accounts Payable & Payroll Specialist
Howard University Hospital • Washington, DC179d • Hybrid
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Accounts Payable & Payroll Specialist – Hybrid
Howard University Hospital•Washington, DC
•Hybrid
About The Position
The Accounts Payable & Payroll Specialist supports hospital financial operations through the accurate processing of vendor payments and employee payroll. This role ensures employees and vendors are paid correctly and on time while maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations, union agreements, and federal and state labor laws. The position plays a key role in maintaining financial accuracy and operational efficiency in a fast-paced hospital environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred
- 2–3 years of experience in accounts payable, payroll, or a combined finance role
- Healthcare finance experience preferred
- Strong understanding of GAAP accounting principles
- Knowledge of payroll laws and wage and hour compliance requirements
- Experience with ERP or payroll systems (Workday, ADP, Lawson, PeopleSoft, UKG, or similar)
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Responsibilities
- Process and review vendor invoices for hospital supplies, pharmaceuticals, and contracted services.
- Ensure proper approvals, coding, and timely payment through ACH, check, or credit card.
- Maintain accurate accounts payable records and reconcile vendor statements.
- Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies while supporting audit readiness.
- Collect and process employee timesheets for biweekly payroll, including union and non-union staff.
- Verify payroll entries including hours worked, overtime, PTO, shift differentials, retroactive pay, deductions, and bonuses.
- Coordinate payroll updates with Human Resources for new hires, terminations, pay rate changes, and leave of absence activity.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws as well as union agreements and hospital policies.
- Support month-end and year-end close processes including payroll liabilities and reporting requirements.
- Respond to employee and vendor inquiries related to payroll, invoices, deductions, and timesheets.
- Assist in preparing financial and payroll reports for leadership, audits, and regulatory agencies.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
- Retirement savings programs
- Paid time off and holidays
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
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