What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Specialist position at Empath Health?
Empath Health is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Finance team. In this role, the Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for accurate and timely data entry and payment of all approved invoices and check requests for obligations incurred by Suncoast Caring Community, Inc., and the entities of which it is comprised, and is responsible for certain regulatory compliance preparation as related to the Accounts Payable function.
Location: Fully on-site in Palm Harbor, FL
What You’ll Do
Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida—including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support.
Full Life Care means caring for the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—with empathy and dignity. Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life.
At Empath Health, you’ll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life’s journey more meaningful.
Empath Health is committed to complying with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended ("ADA"), and applicable state and local laws. It is Empath Health's policy not to discriminate against any qualified person or applicant with regard to any terms or conditions of employment on the basis of such individual's disability. Consistent with this policy of non-discrimination, Empath Health will provide reasonable accommodations to an individual with a disability, as defined in the ADA or applicable law, who has made Empath Health aware of his/her disability, unless doing so would cause an undue hardship to Empath Health. If you are an applicant and need a reasonable accommodation when applying for job opportunities within Empath Health or to request a reasonable accommodation to utilize Empath Health's online employment application, please contact HRTalentAcquisition@EmpathHealth.org.
Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. For more information, please refer to this machine-readable PDF to Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. If viewing in HTML, please see Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal in English or Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal in Spanish.
Location: Fully on-site in Palm Harbor, FL
What You’ll Do
- Ensure all invoices and check requests submitted for payment include appropriate levels of approval and general ledger coding appropriate to the department to which the document relates
- Ensure accuracy of data entry into the accounts payable system.
- Obtain appropriate documentation for any new/ vendors changes for the appropriate team.
- Conduct appropriate research and use appropriate invoice numbering format to reduce possibility of duplicative payments to vendors and directly communicate with vendors regarding invoice discrepancies or concerns.
- Preparation and maintenance of records necessary to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including but not limited to IRS Form 1099 and Unclaimed Property.
- Prepare monthly accruals related to general ledger closings.
- Earn Competitive Pay: Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded.
- Benefits & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement with company match, plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.
- Industry-Leading PTO: 5 weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life.
- Grow Your Career: CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.
- Make a Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.
- Ensure all invoices and check requests submitted for payment include appropriate levels of approval and general ledger coding appropriate to the department to which the document relates
- Ensure accuracy of data entry into the accounts payable system.
- Obtain appropriate documentation for any new/ vendors changes for the appropriate team.
- Conduct appropriate research and use appropriate invoice numbering format to reduce possibility of duplicative payments to vendors and directly communicate with vendors regarding invoice discrepancies or concerns.
- Preparation and maintenance of records necessary to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including but not limited to IRS Form 1099 and Unclaimed Property.
- Prepare monthly accruals related to general ledger closings.
Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida—including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support.
Full Life Care means caring for the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—with empathy and dignity. Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life.
At Empath Health, you’ll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life’s journey more meaningful.
Empath Health is committed to complying with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended ("ADA"), and applicable state and local laws. It is Empath Health's policy not to discriminate against any qualified person or applicant with regard to any terms or conditions of employment on the basis of such individual's disability. Consistent with this policy of non-discrimination, Empath Health will provide reasonable accommodations to an individual with a disability, as defined in the ADA or applicable law, who has made Empath Health aware of his/her disability, unless doing so would cause an undue hardship to Empath Health. If you are an applicant and need a reasonable accommodation when applying for job opportunities within Empath Health or to request a reasonable accommodation to utilize Empath Health's online employment application, please contact HRTalentAcquisition@EmpathHealth.org.
Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. For more information, please refer to this machine-readable PDF to Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. If viewing in HTML, please see Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal in English or Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal in Spanish.