Accounts Payable Specialist for Dining Services

University of Maryland; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland, College Park, seeks an Accounts Payable Accountant in Dining Services to audit invoices, manage inventory entries, and process payments through the university system. This role interacts with internal customers and external vendors while ensuring compliance with Maryland state requirements.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in accounting with relevant coursework and strong GAAP knowledge, plus the ability to prepare working papers and supporting documentation

Qualifications

• GAAP knowledge and ability to apply generally accepted accounting principles
• Bachelor's degree in accounting with at least 9 credits in accounting
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Audit invoices and ensure accuracy against purchase orders
• Receive items into the electronic inventory system
• Process invoices for payment through university accounting system
• Submit document batches to the State of Maryland
• Communicate effectively with internal customers and vendors
• Audit cash reports and support related duties as assigned

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Accounting coursework (9 credits)

Tools

Inventory management software

Accounting software

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Job description

University of Maryland, College Park, seeks an Accounts Payable Accountant in Dining Services to audit invoices, manage inventory entries, and process payments through the university system. This role interacts with internal customers and external vendors while ensuring compliance with Maryland state requirements.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in accounting with relevant coursework and strong GAAP knowledge, plus the ability to prepare working papers and supporting documentation