Under specific direction, the Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for timely and accurate processing of accounts payable disbursements and ensuring compliance with internal controls.

Will review reconcile vendor statements and invoices, process all accounts payable transactions for payments, process 1099s, file and organize processed vouchers and associated documentation, reconcile credit card/expense reports, perform data entry of a wide variety of financial documents, and perform all other related duties and tasks as required or assigned.

Requires a high school diploma and a minimum of 2 years of directly-related Accounts Payable experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been attained.

Must have superior professional-level written and verbal communication skills; a high degree of professionalism, diplomacy and discretion; excellent judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills; and strong customer-service skills. Demonstrated ability in managing a wide variety of complex tasks and projects simultaneously while meeting multiple deadlines is required. The ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive situations with solid judgment and discretion is critical, as well as the ability to perform duties independently.

Work is performed in an office environment. Will operate standard office equipment and will frequently stand, walk, sit, perform desk-based computer tasks, use a telephone, perform repetitive motions and occasionally lift objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
The above is intended to describe the general requirements for the position and should not be interpreted as an exhaustive statement of physical requirements. The Institute will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires an accommodation to perform the essential functions of the position.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

EEO, including disability/vets