What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Specialist position at Lifespan Family Services of PA?
Overview
Join our dynamic finance team as an Accounts Payable Specialist and become a vital contributor to our financial operations! In this energetic role, you will manage the end-to-end accounts payable process, ensuring timely and accurate invoice processing, payment execution, and compliance with financial policies. Your expertise will help maintain the integrity of our financial data while supporting smooth vendor relationships. We’re looking for a motivated professional eager to thrive in a fast-paced environment and make a tangible impact on our organization’s financial health.
Duties
- Process and verify invoices using various financial software systems such as Workday, SAP, or Oracle, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
- Manage accounts payable automation tools to streamline invoice processing and reduce manual data entry.
- Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies related to vendor statements or invoice issues promptly.
- Prepare journal entries for accounts payable transactions, including debits and credits, maintaining double-entry bookkeeping standards.
- Conduct thorough analysis of accounts payable aging reports and assist in month-end closing activities.
- Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive financial information and ensure adherence to SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) compliance requirements.
- Utilize Excel data analysis skills, including formulas like VLOOKUP, to support reporting and audit processes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as HRIS, payroll (ADP, Kronos), and accounting to ensure seamless data flow and accurate recordkeeping.
Experience
- Proven experience in accounts payable or related accounting roles within a corporate setting, ideally involving public accounting exposure.
- Strong knowledge of financial software platforms such as QuickBooks,
- Familiarity with accounting concepts including general ledger accounting, journal entries, account reconciliation, and double-entry bookkeeping.
- Demonstrated ability to handle high-volume data entry with precision using 10 key typing skills and Excel spreadsheets.
- Experience with financial compliance standards such as SOX and GAAP is highly desirable.
- Excellent analysis skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data using Excel formulas like VLOOKUP and advanced spreadsheet techniques OR be willing to learn.
- Strong understanding of accounts receivable management, invoice processing workflows, and accounts payable automation tools.
Embark on a rewarding career journey where your expertise fuels our success! We value energetic professionals who are detail-oriented, proactive problem-solvers committed to maintaining the highest standards of financial integrity while supporting our vibrant team environment.
Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $24