Accounts Payable Specialist

Aurora-Community-Services-4; Menomonie (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Aurora Community Services in Wisconsin is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to reconcile vendor statements, process invoices and payments, and respond to vendor inquiries.

The role requires an Associates degree or equivalent and proficiency with Excel and Word. The position is part-time (25 hours/week) and pays $20–$25 per hour. This is an Employee Owned company with a strong commitment to service excellence.

Qualifications

• Acceptable Background Character Verification.
• Associates degree or equivalent from a 2-year college/technical school, or 6 months to 1 year related experience/training, or equivalent combination.
• Demonstrate proficiency in computer software applications such as Excel and Microsoft Word.

Responsibilities

• Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment
• Process invoices for payments via check or credit card
• Respond to all vendor inquiries
• Reconcile vendor statements and research/correct discrepancies
• Complete month end closings
• Maintain files/documentation thoroughly and accurately in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices
• Effectively convey ideas and department needs using clear verbal and written communication
• Attend department/management meetings as scheduled
• Demonstrate leadership by providing guidance, assistance, or training to others
• Protect Aurora's value by keeping information confidential
• Ensure safe work practices
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Detail-oriented

Proactive

Communication

Education

Associates degree or equivalent (2-year college/technical school)

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

We're more than a human services agency-we're partners in transformation, walking alongside you on the journey to a fuller, richer life.

We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive Accounts Payable Specialist; to reconcile vendor statements and invoices and processing vendor payments.

For 40 years, Aurora has been a leader in providing customized services that support individuals with disabilities, chronic mental illness, and traumatic brain injuries in residential settings. We value employees that are passionate about making people smile every day by empowering them to live as independently as possible.

Responsibilities:

• Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment
• Process invoices for payments via check or credit card
• Respond to all vendor inquiries
• Reconcile vendor statements and research/correct discrepancies
• Complete month end closings
• Maintain files/documentation thoroughly and accurately in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices
• Effectively convey ideas and department needs using clear verbal and written communication
• Attend department/management meetings as scheduled
• Demonstrate leadership by providing guidance, assistance, or training to others
• Protect Aurora's value by keeping information confidential
• Ensure safe work practices
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Acceptable Background Character Verification
• Associates degree or equivalent from a 2-year college/technical school, or 6 months to 1 year related experience/training, or equivalent combination
• Demonstrate proficiency in computer software applications such as Excel and Microsoft Word

Wage Range: $20 - $25/hr

Hours: 25 hours a week

If you are looking to make a difference, join the Aurora team! Aurora Community Services is proud to be an Employee Owned Company! An EOE/AA Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer
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