Accounts Payable Specialist

Mindlance; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A national recruiting company is hiring for the role of AP Specialist in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The successful candidate will efficiently manage accounts payable tasks, including processing high volumes of invoices and resolving discrepancies using Oracle ERP. They are expected to deliver outstanding customer support through the finance helpdesk, ensuring all inquiries are handled promptly. This role is essential for maintaining accurate financial records and enhancing internal processes.

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of Accounts Payable processes and procedures.
• Experience with invoice processing and resolution.
• Ability to provide exceptional customer support.

Responsibilities

• Process a high volume of daily invoices accurately into Oracle.
• Review and resolve invoices on hold in Oracle.
• Answer incoming calls and emails for the Finance Help desk.

Skills

Accounts Payable processes

Oracle ERP system

Customer support

Tools

Oracle financial systems

Job description

Job Description

Mindlance is a national recruiting company which partners with many of the leading employers across the country. Feel free to check us out at http://www.mindlance.com.

The position of AP Specialist is responsible for performing a variety of tasks of an accounting nature within the Accounts Payable module. This individual will check and verify records, enter a high volume of invoices into Oracle ERP system and review and resolve invoices that are returned to AP for resolution. Provide coverage for the Finance helpdesk (phone / email) and related issue resolution with a strong working knowledge of Accounts Payable processes and procedures as needed. Individual will work closely with the Accounts Payable Leads to continuously improve AP processes and will strive to build a strong rapport with their team members as well as internal and external customers.

1. Invoice Entry: Process a high volume of daily invoices accurately into Oracle financial systems ensuring we are using POs as needed and appropriate authorization and backup is acquired in accordance with Biogen Idec's policies and procedures.
2. Invoice Resolution: Review and resolve invoices that are on system hold(s) in Oracle or returned to Accounts Payable for resolution prior to payment.
3. Helpdesk: Answer incoming calls daily and incoming emails weekly (or as assigned) to the Finance Help desk. Responsible for answering all assigned inquiries in a timely manner and providing exceptional internal/external customer support and service.