Accounts Payable Specialist: Invoices, Compliance, Insight

David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic medical organization in Los Angeles seeks an Accounts Payable Specialist to coordinate and process purchase orders, invoices, and reimbursements. This role ensures compliance with regulatory and policy requirements while maintaining thorough and accurate documentation. The ideal candidate will have a BA/BS in a related field and two years of relevant experience. Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and compliance skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in accounting operations or administrative analysis required.
• Current hands-on experience with fund accounting and regulatory compliance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review, verify, and process invoices and check requests.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and University policy.
• Communicate with vendors and internal customers regarding inquiries.
• Prepare regular reports of accounts payable activities.
• Collaborate with unit directors to obtain consent on expenses.

Skills

Knowledge of fund accounting

Strong organizational skills

Analytical problem solving

Documentation skills

Research and resolution skills

Data analysis skills

Multi-tasking skills

Effective communication

Team player

Education

BA/BS in a related field

Job description

A leading academic medical organization in Los Angeles seeks an Accounts Payable Specialist to coordinate and process purchase orders, invoices, and reimbursements. This role ensures compliance with regulatory and policy requirements while maintaining thorough and accurate documentation. The ideal candidate will have a BA/BS in a related field and two years of relevant experience. Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and compliance skills are essential for success in this position.