Accounts Payable Specialist

Detroit Wayne Mental Health Authority; Detroit (MI); Remote; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health organization is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to handle bookkeeping and accounting tasks associated with payables. The successful candidate will verify invoices, reconcile accounts, and manage vendor relationships, working primarily in a remote setting. Applicants should possess a high school diploma and five years of relevant experience in accounting.

Qualifications

• Five years of full-time experience in accounts payable/receivable duties.
• Experience with spreadsheets and accounting software.
• Ability to manage vendor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage the processing and verification of invoices.
• Assist in the reconciliation of accounts.
• Maintain and organize accounting documentation for payables.

Skills

Knowledge of bookkeeping methods

General accounting practices

Organizational skills

Accuracy skills

Computer skills

Mathematical skills

10 key data entry skills

Ability to communicate orally

Ability to communicate in writing

Ability to work effectively with others

Judgement/Reasoning ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

THIS IS A REMOTE POSITION

Under the general supervision of the Accounts Payable Manager, the Accounts Payable Specialist performs basic to moderately complex bookkeeping and accounting tasks associated with the preparation and maintenance of accounts payable and other financial matters.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains the regular accounting duties for payables.
• Receives, processes, and verifies invoices.
• Assists in the reconciliation of accounts.
• Matches invoices with purchase orders (where applicable) and evidence of receipt of goods or services.
• Maintains and files all invoices and other applicable supporting documentation (i.e., purchase orders, evidence of receipt of goods or services), including digital documents.
• Answers inquiries from vendors regarding accounts payable and related matters.
• Resolves invoice and unvouchered receipt discrepancies.
• Obtains approval signatures on all invoices.
• Verifies correct general ledger string on all payments.
• Assists with processing FSR’s and Service Vouchers.
• Manages vendor relationships.
• Prepares or assists in preparing reports.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA’S)

• Knowledge of bookkeeping methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of general accounting practices and procedures.

• Organizational skills.
• Accuracy skills.
• Computer skills
• Mathematical skills.
• Computer skills.
• Accounting skills.
• 10 key data entry skills
• Ability to communicate orally.
• Ability to communicate in writing.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Judgement/Reasoning ability

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

A high school diploma or its equivalent.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

Five (5) years of full-time paid experience performing detailed accounts payable/receivable duties using spreadsheets and accounting software or experience working directly in an accounting role.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is usually performed in an office setting but requires the employee to drive to different sites throughout Wayne County and the State of Michigan. This position can work remotely with supervisory approval. Currently this position is primarily a remote position.

This description is not intended to be a complete statement of job content, rather to act as a general description of the essential functions performed. Management retains the discretion to add or change the position at any time.

Please Note: DWIHN requires proof of being fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Medical or religious accommodations or other exemptions that may be required by law, will be approved when properly supported. Further information will be provided during the recruitment process.

The Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer