Accounts Payable Specialist

Michigan House of Representatives

Lansing (MI)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Job summary

A state legislative body in Lansing, Michigan is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage vendor payments, assist with accounting entries, and provide exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will possess an Associate's degree in accounting or finance and extensive experience in accounts payable or bookkeeping. The role requires excellent communication and organizational skills, with a focus on maintaining accurate financial records. This is a full-time, onsite position offering a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

Five years or more accounts payable and/or bookkeeping experience preferred.
Two years or more administrative experience in an office setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Process vendor payments and controls expenses by verifying transactions.
Assist with monthly accounting entries and manage financial records.
Provide excellent customer service for Financial Operations.
Collaborate with internal team members to ensure accuracy.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent organizational and time-management skills

Attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to interact effectively with diverse backgrounds

Knowledge of accounts payable/general ledger systems

Proficiency with Adobe Pro and Microsoft Office

Education

Associate’s degree in accounting, finance, or similar field

Job description

Michigan House of Representatives provided pay range

This range is provided by Michigan House of Representatives. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$50,000.00/yr - $70,000.00/yr

This is an onsite, at-will, non-partisan position. The Accounts Payable Specialist under the direct supervision of the Financial Operations Director, operates within predetermined guidelines issued by the Speaker of the House and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), and the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).

This individual manages various financial processes including accounts payable, member and employee reimbursements, and account reconciliations. The Accounts Payable Specialist collaborates cross‑functionally on the performance of financial systems and processes. This position assists the Finance Department with special projects and other administrative work as assigned.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

· Provides excellent customer service to all individuals needing access to Financial Operations and other nonpartisan services.

· Processes vendor payments and controls expenses by verifying against receiving transactions and resolving any purchase order, contract, or invoice discrepancies; ensures credit is received for all outstanding vendor credit memos.

· Works closely with vendors and buyer to resolve outstanding invoice questions and reconcile monthly statements; assists team members with vendor relations and vendor onboarding.

· Updates office allotments and reconciliations as needed; ensures entries are accurate and consistent.

· Processes member and employee reimbursements and verifies compliance with House policy and guidelines.

· Assists with monthly accounting entries.

· Manages scanned financial records and electronic filing for all accounts payable and reimbursements. Prepares documents for digital signature and assists team members as needed.

· Manages financial records and document organization, prepares file folders, files documents, and assists with off‑site record center activity.

· Works collaboratively with internal team members to provide back‑up as needed.

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Assists Financial Operations with the creation and maintenance of accounting reports, spreadsheets, and documents.

· Assists team members with vendor relations and vendor onboarding. Assists with subscription and publication renewals.

· Collaborates cross‑functionally on the performance of accounting systems and processes.

· Assists with the annual financial audit by pulling requested documents, updating narratives, and preparing schedules.

· Provides support to the Finance team as directed by the Financial Operations Director.

· Enters manual warrants.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

· Associate’s degree in accounting, finance, or similar field preferred.

· Five years or more accounts payable and/or bookkeeping experience preferred.

· Two years or more administrative experience in an office setting preferred.

· Other combinations of education and experience evaluated on an individual basis.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.

· Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

· Ability to interact effectively with elected officials and employees of every level and diverse geographic and cultural backgrounds.

· Ability to maintain favorable public relations, while maintaining confidentiality, in a nonpartisan and professional manner.

· Knowledge of accounts payable/general ledger systems and procedures.

· Knowledge of basic accounting principles.

· Excellent computer skills to include proficiency with Adobe Pro and Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

· Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment, and work within time frames that may be rigid, or subject to change on short notice.

· Ability to learn procedures/processes in multiple areas.

· Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with all legislators and other elected officials, staff, vendors, and other agencies.

***Please include a cover letter when applying.***

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