Accounts Payable Specialist - Higher Education

Ozarks Technical Community College; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Ozarks Technical Community College is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to maintain financial records and process vendor payments. The role focuses on accurate data entry, timely payments, and policy compliance within the Finance department.

The position requires an associate degree in accounting or finance (or five years in AP) and 1–3 years of AP experience. Proficiency in Excel and AP software is essential, with strong attention to detail and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting or finance or five years in accounts payable.
• 1–3 years of accounts payable experience required.
• Strong attention to detail for accurate data entry.
• Knowledge of automated accounting systems and government regulations.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and payments to prevent overpayments and delays.
• Process credit memos and apply credits to vendor activity.
• Pay invoices with AP p-card as requested.
• Process employee reimbursements and weekly check run.
• Maintain organized AP records and file documents.
• Communicate with vendors via phone and email about invoices.
• Resolve PO, invoice, or payment discrepancies.
• Review p-card transactions for policy adherence.
• Scan and link AP documents; maintain auditable records.
• Exhibit reliable attendance and punctuality; comply with policies.
• Perform other duties, participate in functions and committees.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Regulatory knowledge

Automated accounting systems

Data entry

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

10-key data entry

Accounting software

Colleague

Job description

Ozarks Technical Community College is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to maintain financial records and process vendor payments. The role focuses on accurate data entry, timely payments, and policy compliance within the Finance department.

The position requires an associate degree in accounting or finance (or five years in AP) and 1–3 years of AP experience. Proficiency in Excel and AP software is essential, with strong attention to detail and communication skills.