Accounts Payable Specialist: Vendor Payments & Reporting

Region16; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Region16 is seeking an organized accounting assistant to support the Business Office in Amarillo, TX. You will handle accounts payable, process vendor payments, and maintain accurate financial records while ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.

The role requires a HS diploma or GED with experience in bookkeeping and familiarity with MS Office and accounting software, plus strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Experience in bookkeeping, accounting, accounts payable essential.
• Proficiency with MS Office, spreadsheets, and accounting software required.
• Must operate a 10-key adding machine by touch.
• Typing speed of 50 WPM with accuracy.
• Knowledge of basic office procedures.
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Handles accounts payable operation: print and match PO docs, and invoices for payment.
• Processes production of vendor checks.
• Facilitates monthly vendor payments via credit card.
• Enters transactions: encumbrances, disbursements, and payment authorizations; validates data.
• Verifies and updates outstanding PO reports.
• Produces monthly and annual financial reports.
• Assists auditors as needed.
• Maintains confidentiality and supports ESC strategic goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

Typing 50 WPM

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Office procedures

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office Suite

Accounting software

10-key adding machine

Job description

Region16 is seeking an organized accounting assistant to support the Business Office in Amarillo, TX. You will handle accounts payable, process vendor payments, and maintain accurate financial records while ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.

The role requires a HS diploma or GED with experience in bookkeeping and familiarity with MS Office and accounting software, plus strong communication and interpersonal skills.