Accounts Payable Specialist – Hybrid, High-Volume

Conditions. Workplace Diversity, LLC.; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Harvard University’s Office of Physical Resources & Planning (OPRP) is seeking an Accounts Payable professional to manage high-volume invoice processing, supplier payments, and reconciliation workflows within a hybrid on-campus/remote schedule.

You will collaborate with area managers and administrative coordinators to ensure accuracy, compliance with university policies, and timely payments, while maintaining meticulous AP records and supporting shared services as needed.

Qualifications

• Three+ years of relevant work experience; education beyond high school may count toward experience.
• College background in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume invoices using various University/AP systems; ensure compliance with policies.
• Review invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper authorization.
• Process payments to vendors on time and reconcile vendor statements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies and address vendor inquiries.
• Maintain up-to-date accounts payable records and documentation.
• Investigate and resolve problems related to invoice processing, lost checks, etc.
• Adhere to accounting standards to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Perform ad hoc accounting tasks related to AP and invoice processing.
• Provide front office support as needed; assist with clerical tasks.

Skills

Accounting principles

MS Excel

SharePoint

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

Excel

SharePoint

Job description

Harvard University’s Office of Physical Resources & Planning (OPRP) is seeking an Accounts Payable professional to manage high-volume invoice processing, supplier payments, and reconciliation workflows within a hybrid on-campus/remote schedule.

You will collaborate with area managers and administrative coordinators to ensure accuracy, compliance with university policies, and timely payments, while maintaining meticulous AP records and supporting shared services as needed.