Accounts Payable Specialist

Description

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to support our Accounting Team and broader financial operations. In this role, you’ll work across a variety of accounting functions supporting CU*Answers, its network partners, and clients. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their accounting career who enjoys a mix of transactional work, process improvement, and team collaboration. You’ll also play a part in maintaining internal resources and documentation that support the organization’s accounting operations.

What You’ll Do

• Perform day-to-day accounting and clerical functions, including: 
• Accounts Payable (AP) 
• Client billing and purchase order processing 
• Data entry and cash receipts 
• Bank deposits and account reconciliations 
• Assist with month-end close and reporting 
• Prepare and support recurring Accounting Team reports 
• Maintain organized and accurate financial records and documentation 
• Contribute to the development and upkeep of internal accounting resources, including: 
• Procedure and policy documentation 
• Accounting Home Page on the Talent Source Portal 
• Collaborate with team members and participate in team meetings 
• Respond to evolving business needs and take on special projects as assigned 

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Equivalent work experience equal to 1-2 years of prior office experience with a focus in business administration, accounting or finance 
• Four-year degree in a business-related field preferred 
• 1–2 years of accounting, payroll, or related office experience preferred 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) 
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP (preferred) 
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across teams 
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion 

Why Join CU*Answers?

• Supportive and collaborative team environment 
• Opportunity to grow your accounting skills and career 
• Exposure to a variety of accounting functions and business operations 
• Ability to contribute to process improvements and internal resources

Requirements

BUSINESS CONTINUITY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for duties as outlined in the Team Roles and Responsibilities section of the CU*Answers Business and Continuity Recovery Plan.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES NOTICE

CU*Answers operates in a professional office building setting. Some job assignments at CU*Answers are primarily conducted within the office building(s) while others have moderate to extensive travel responsibilities as described in the Job Functions and/or Job Qualifications section(s) above. CU*Answers is committed to working with its employees to reasonably accommodate them with the physical aspects of the position.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone. The employee must be able to see within normal vision range. The individual must have manual dexterity to operate a keyboard and mouse. 

Communication and Contact: The employee communicates effectively both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the Company.

Relationships with Others: The employee works effectively and relates well with others including superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the company. The employee exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and works, to maintain constructive working relationships.

NOTICE

This job description is not intended to be, nor should be, construed as a contract for employment. Employment at CU*Answers is on an at-will basis, unless otherwise stated in a written individual employment agreement signed by the CEO of the company. CU*Answers makes no guarantee of permanent employment. This job description is to be used as a guideline to give the employee an understanding of what CU*Answers has defined this position to be. CU*Answers will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental disabilities of qualified applicants unless to do so would cause an undue hardship. Disabled individuals who feel accommodation is needed to perform their job, or the job for which they have applied, must notify CU*Answers in writing of the need for reasonable accommodation within 180 days after the date the individual knew or reasonably should have known that an accommodation was needed. CU*Answers, thereafter, will make all reasonable accommodations unless to do so would pose an undue hardship. CU*Answers is willing to accommodate disabilities to the extent a financial service organization can without impacting financial control or member service. CU*Answers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CU*Answers is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that supports the unique perspectives and experiences from all employees and supports a collaborative community spirit. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any status or condition protected by appliable federal, state or local laws.