Accounts Payable Specialist: Detail-Driven & Collaborative

The City of Providence; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits package

Dental benefits

Work-life benefits

Job summary

Family Service of Rhode Island (FSRI) in Providence, RI is seeking an Accounts Payable backup to support the Accounts Payable Manager and assist with monthly reconciliations. The role involves processing purchase requests, vendor invoices, and reimbursements, and helping with month-end close.

Candidates should have at least two years AP experience; an accounting certificate or Associate's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Two years of Accounts Payable experience required.
• Accounting certificate or Associate's degree in accounting/finance preferred.
• Strong communication skills (written and oral) with all staff.
• Knowledge of automated accounting systems, preferably Great Plains.
• Knowledge of computer applications, especially Excel.
• Attention to detail, organization and documentation skills, problem solving, coordination, and ability to stay focused and prioritize.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline-oriented department with a mindset of customer service and teamwork.
• Bilingual/ASL skills are compensated by an additional 6%, above base pay.
• Multilingual skills are compensated by an additional 8%, above base pay.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requests.
• Place online orders.
• Process vendor invoices.
• Scan and save vendor invoices and purchase requests electronically.
• Assist with weekly disbursement check run.
• Assist with annual 1099 reporting.
• Assist and/or process employee travel and reimbursements.
• Assist with reconciling vendor accounts.
• Assist with month’s closing.
• Assist Accountants with sorting Accounts Payable issues.
• Support special projects and other duties as requested.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Customer service mindset

Bilingual/ASL compensation

Multilingual abilities

Education

Associate degree or Accounting certificate

Tools

Great Plains

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Family Service of Rhode Island (FSRI) in Providence, RI is seeking an Accounts Payable backup to support the Accounts Payable Manager and assist with monthly reconciliations. The role involves processing purchase requests, vendor invoices, and reimbursements, and helping with month-end close.

Candidates should have at least two years AP experience; an accounting certificate or Associate's degree is preferred.