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Accounts Payable Specialist

What we DO

Audits invoices and other payment requests; prepares vendor payments. Reconciles and reimburses the petty cash fund on a monthly basis. Verifies accuracy of department requisitions, check requests, and monthly group insurance premium payments.

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requirement

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in


Accounting


or


Finance related field

Demonstrated computer skills and experience in managing a database

Must be reliable, organized, accurate and detail-oriented

High level of knowledge and experience in using various computer software programs and databases such as Word, Publisher, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook; must type 50 wpm accurately, proficient in data entry, and experience operating various office equipment

Successful and relevant work experience in Accounts Payable or Accounting may be accepted in lieu of a degree (two years of experience substitute for one year of education and four years of experience substitute for two years of education)

Minimum of two years of accounts payable experience on computer accounting systems

Excellent grammar, spelling and writing skills

Must be a flexible team member who interfaces with multiple departments, has excellent communications skills and the ability to organize, prioritize and meet deadlines

Must be able to maintain the confidentiality of the information he/she will be handling

Must be able to maintain the confidentiality of the information they will be handling

Preferred:


Nonprofit or federal funding experience


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Top 3 Skills

The top three skills are those skills identified to provide employees with the greatest success while working in this position. You can click the Resource button below to find helpful articles, trainings and more for each individual skill.




Interpersonal Communication

Communication




Time Management/ Organization

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Accurate

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