To learn more about Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield Hiring Policies, please click here. Workforce Scheduling Flex Job Summary Accounts Payable Specialist coordinates all activities relating to payment authorization, code methodology and proper calculation prior to accurately processing on-time, administrative expense payments to vendors and/or expense reports for the Enterprise. Incumbent has thorough knowledge of all expense accounts, cost centers, and lines of business along with a clear understanding of enterprise hierarchy and reporting structure. Requirements 1. High school diploma or equivalent. 2. One (1) year of enterprise accounts payable experience. 3. Demonstrates above average accounts payable production and quality standards with a strong knowledge of approved vendors and policies. Strong problem analysis. 4. Proficiency using Microsoft Excel. Skills 10 Key Data Entry, Ability to work independently or with a team, Accounts Payable, Accounts Payable Software, Analytical Ability, Customer Service, General Ledger Coding, Highly Organized, Interpersonal Communication, Mathematics, Microsoft Excel, Problem Solving, Professional Judgment, Vendor Invoice Management, Verbal Communication, Written Communication Responsibilities Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, attention to detail and time management. Assists other team members with processing actions and systems., Maintains knowledge of approved vendors and policies to avoid paying unauthorized invoices and expenses., Performs other clerical support duties, as assigned., Prepares journal entries for monthly cost cycle., Processes invoices and expense reports, ensuring proper coding. Works with vendors and/or employees to ensure accurate and timely payment of invoices or expense reports., Researches and responds to payment inquiries. Identifies discrepancies and resolve minor billing issues, routing more escalated issues to leadership., Supports audit activities Certifications Security Requirements This position is identified as level three (3). This position must ensure the security and confidentiality of records and information to prevent substantial harm, embarrassment, inconvenience, or unfairness to any individual on whom information is maintained. The integrity of information must be maintained as outlined in the company Administrative Manual. Segregation of Duties Segregation of duties will be used to ensure that errors or irregularities are prevented or detected on a timely basis by employees in the normal course of business. This position must adhere to the segregation of duties guidelines in the Administrative Manual. Employment Type Regular ADA Requirements 1.1 General Office Worker, Sedentary, Campus Travel - Someone who normally works in an office setting and routinely travels for work within walking distance of location of primary work assignment Arkansas Blue Cross has been named one of central Arkansas’ "Top Work Places" by the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette and has earned a top ranking in the large business category multiple times since 2012. Why? We Love our Employees At Arkansas Blue Cross, we care about the health, wellness, and even education of our employees. We offer many great incentives such as: Tuition reimbursement because we value education. Club Blue, a free, onsite gym to encourage exercise. Green Leaf Grill (onsite cafeteria) to help promote healthy eating. Incentives for wellness education and exercise. We Love the Family Environment The average tenure is 10 years with hundreds of employees having been here 15 years or longer. Truly a family atmosphere. Employees go out of their way to help fellow employees in times of need. We Love our Community At Arkansas Blue Cross, our employees care about their community and work together to help others. Our employees often volunteer at charity walks/runs. If you see a gathering of Blue T-shirts at an event, you are probably seeing our Blue team! Our employees organize fundraising events for a variety of charities. From scheduled casual days, to supply collections, to selling treats for a cause, our employees are always helping others. Whether it is within our state, around the world, or happening to one of our own, when disasters strike, our employees help wherever they are needed. It’s just another way we show that Blue cares.