Accounts Payable Specialist

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc. is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a team that handles a variety of payable transactions across multiple entities.

The role emphasizes accuracy, compliance, and timely payment processing in a healthcare environment. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and at least three years of accounts payable experience, with familiarity in computerized AP systems and standard ERP processes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3 years of experience in accounts payable, finance, or related field.
• Familiarity with computerized accounts payable systems.

Responsibilities

• Process timely and accurate payment documents for all companies (invoices, credit memos, check requests).
• Implement payment preparation and disbursement processes including positive pay and void check files.
• Compile and review vendor statements to confirm invoices and credits are processed.
• Maintain integrity of vendor master data and notify changes as needed.
• Process vouchers to meet regulatory requirements at local, state, and federal levels.
• Identify prepaid invoices and set them up in the ERP system.
• Support corporate credit card program by allocating and signing off on transactions.
• Review error reports (RNI, Vendor Returns, Cost/Quantity Errors, Invoices on Hold).
• Provide data for databases to ensure information is current and accurate.

Skills

Computers & software

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

**Join a team that delivers excellence.**Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a healthcare organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.Be part of an exceptional healthcare experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.LVHN has been ranked among the \"Best Hospitals\" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best healthcare possible every day.Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. **Summary** Processes various types of Accounts Payable transactions including vendor invoices, check requests, contractual payments, employee expense reports, patient refunds, EDI, and EFT transactions. **Job Duties*** Processes timely and accurately all documents (i.e. invoices, credit memos, check requests, etc.) due for payment for all companies.* Implements payment preparation and disbursement process including positive pay file and void check file, as assigned.* Compiles and reviews all vendor statements to confirm all invoices and credit memos are processed.* Maintains integrity of vendor master file thru identification and notification of changes to existing data.* Processes vouchers to meet regulatory requirements for local, state, and federal governments.* Identifies prepaid invoices and correctly sets them up in the ERP system.* Supports use of the corporate credit card program by identifying vendors that should be paid or enrolled in the program and properly allocates and signs off on transactions in the corporate credit card system.* Reviews error reports regularly to resolve issues - RNI (Received Not Invoiced), Vendor Returns, Cost/Quantity Errors, Invoices on Hold, and Invoices Out-of-Balance reports.* Provides data for all databases so information is current and accurate.* Maintains relationships with new and existing vendors/colleagues by delivering a high level of customer service. **Minimum Qualifications*** High School Diploma/GED* 3 years of experience in accounts payable, finance, or related field. **Preferred Qualifications*** Knowledge of computers and software applications.* Familiarity with computerized accounts payable systems. **Physical Demands** Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, \\*patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR. Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.