Hybrid Accounts Payable Specialist – Growth & Impact

Samuel Merritt University; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Education reimbursement

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Volunteer day

Education leave days

Job summary

Samuel Merritt University in Oakland, CA, is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable professional for a hybrid role. You will manage full AP cycles, process invoices in Workday, and print checks while supporting audit prep and reconciliations.

The position requires a BA in accounting or equivalent experience and 5–7 years of AP or general accounting experience. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent experience.
• 5–7 years of Accounts Payable or general accounting experience.
• Excellent communication with all levels of the University.
• Ability to work independently and with others.
• Familiarity with web-based technology and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Enter approved and coded invoices on a timely basis into Workday.
• Print checks for signature.
• Research paid and unpaid invoices for properties and vendors.
• Perform special projects as assigned.
• Print and mail 1099s and 1096s annually.
• Prepare intercompany payable/receivable invoices.

Skills

AP experience

Communication

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Workday

MS Office

Job description

Samuel Merritt University in Oakland, CA, is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable professional for a hybrid role. You will manage full AP cycles, process invoices in Workday, and print checks while supporting audit prep and reconciliations.

The position requires a BA in accounting or equivalent experience and 5–7 years of AP or general accounting experience. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.