Accounts Payable Specialist

Salary Range: 60000 to 70000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for processing accounts payable transactions timely, examining supporting documentation for accuracy, proper authorization, correct cost center, appropriate allocation, and issuing checks on a weekly basis
• Monitor and report on outstanding invoices
• Communicate and resolve discrepancies with vendor and internal customers
• Reconcile all credit card accounts and process timely payments
• Process benefit invoices and reconcile with payroll records
• Research and maintain integrity of 1099 reporting
• Responsible for closing activities, including, reconciling accounts payable accounts, preparing accruals and assisting with processing cost allocations
• Assist with preparation of funder reports and support corporate budget process
• May provide work direction or training to accounts payable assistants
• Maintain strong relationships with employees, departments, and vendors

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related area
• Accounting background with a minimum of 4 years of experience in accounts payable;
• Proficient in computerized accounting systems, Excel and Word
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, time management and work prioritization