Accounts Payable Clerk

Miami Jewish Health; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami Jewish Health seeks an Accounts Payable Clerk to review, research, and process vendor invoices and voucher requisitions in accordance with accounting policies and procedures. You will coordinate the workflow for the Accounts Payable Department.

The role requires a High School Diploma and minimum four years of AP experience, with Oracle NetSuite and ESKER preferred. Strong communication and organizational skills, bilingual English/Spanish a plus, and ability to work independently and with

Qualifications

• Minimum four years of Accounts Payable experience with automated systems.
• Experience with Oracle NetSuite and ESKER preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Open, review and sort mail.
• Handle vendor correspondence by phone or email.
• Process invoices and check requests per protocol.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and issues on vendor statements.
• Maintain vendor master files and current information.
• Assist cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure workflow.
• Prepare and process payment runs (checks, ACH).
• Meet deadlines for invoice processing and payment disbursement.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent & team work

Bilingual English/Spanish

Microsoft Word

Excel

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Oracle NetSuite

ESKER

Microsoft Office

Job description

Brief Description

Miami Jewish Health is one of the largest providers of healthcare and living options for aging adults in the Southeast. Our main campus is located on 20+ acres just north of mid-town Miami, and is home to our support departments like Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Marketing and more. Join us now to do purposeful work with our diverse and respectful team.

Job Title

Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Summary

Reviews, researches, and processes vendor invoices and voucher requisitions adhering to accounting policies and procedures in a timely and accurate manner. Coordinates the workflow for the Accounts Payable Department.

Essential Job Functions

• Open, review and sort mail.
• Handles all vendor correspondence via phone or email.
• Process invoices and check requests per established department protocol.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and outstanding issues on vendor statement.
• Maintain records and supporting documentation/backup per department protocol.
• Maintain vendor master files and ensures that all information is kept current.
• Performs assigned research/tasks in support of the accounts payable function.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including but not limited to procurement and finance, to resolve any discrepancies and ensure smooth workflow.
• Participates in department meetings and in-services as necessary.
• Meet deadlines for invoice processing and payment disbursement.
• Prepare and process payment runs, including checks, ACH payments.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience

• Minimum four years of Accounts Payable experience with automated accounts payables system
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Oracle NetSuite and ESKER preferred.

Licenses/Certifications

• N/A

Abilities Required

• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Microsoft Word and Excel knowledge necessary
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to multi-task
• Skill in operating phones, personal computer, and other IT systems
• Preferred bilingual (English/Spanish)

Organizational Expectations

• Ensures that resident’s/patient’s rights are adhered to
• Demonstrates professionalism and accountability
• Demonstrates a caring attitude consistent with Miami Jewish EmpathicareSM toward MJH residents, patients, family members, employees, and other facility guests
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills
• Ensures confidentiality and security of patients’ medical information
• Identifies and utilizes appropriate channels of communication
• Able to speak, read and write English
• Able to think and act calmly to meet unusual occurrences of the job
• Adheres to the organization’s Mission, Vision and Values
• Participates in departmental activities, meetings and in-services and follows established guidelines
• Maintains a safe working environment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

We believe in the power of empathy, the value of relationships and the importance of a life well-lived. Come see why Miami Jewish Health is unlike anywhere you’ve ever worked before. We offer competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage and a 403(b)-retirement savings plan for eligible full and part-time positions, free on-campus parking, an onsite fitness center and more.

Miami Jewish Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.