Precise Accounts Payable Specialist - Higher Education

Cape Fear Valley Health; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist University in Fayetteville, NC is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage vendor invoices and payments. You will verify approvals, match invoices to POs, and resolve discrepancies with vendors and campus departments while maintaining reliable records.

The role works under the Disbursements Manager and requires strong attention to detail, with experience in accounts payable and familiarity with university financial controls.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with accounts payable or accounting experience.
• Ability to review financial documents, enter and reconcile transactions accurately, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets, email, and accounting software; ability to learn university systems.

Responsibilities

• Receive, review invoices, credits, and payment requests with required approvals.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and resolve pricing or tax differences.
• Enter and track transactions in accounts payable system; ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare payments and batches; apply discounts and monitor due dates.
• Maintain vendor records and required tax documentation; verify new vendors and changes.
• Assist with month-end close, audits, and vendor tax reporting as needed.

Skills

Communication

Spreadsheets

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or business

Tools

Excel

Job description

Methodist University in Fayetteville, NC is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage vendor invoices and payments. You will verify approvals, match invoices to POs, and resolve discrepancies with vendors and campus departments while maintaining reliable records.

The role works under the Disbursements Manager and requires strong attention to detail, with experience in accounts payable and familiarity with university financial controls.