Remote Accounts Payable Specialist — Detail-Driven & Flexible

Grand Valley State University; United States; Remote; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Grand Valley State University is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a part-time, remote team. You will review invoices, verify expense reports, and ensure compliance with university policies while posting journal entries and reconciling vendor accounts.

The role emphasizes accuracy, timely processing, and collaboration with departments to resolve coding questions. You will support month-end close and assist with audits, contributing to transparent financial records across university

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Finance and Accounting with practical understanding of accounts payable processes and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing Expense Reports and related documentation, ensuring accuracy, proper approvals, and adherence to policy.
• Proficiency in preparing and posting Journal Entries and reconciling accounts within an integrated financial system.
• Analytical skills for reviewing transactions and data-driven decision-making.
• Higher education or large, complex organizations experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify invoices and expense reports.
• Ensure compliance with university policies and applicable regulations.
• Prepare and post journal entries related to accounts payable activity.
• Reconcile vendor accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Collaborate with departments to clarify payment issues or coding questions.
• Maintain organized financial records and support month-end/year-end close.
• Provide data and documentation for audits or internal reviews.

Skills

Finance & Accounting

Invoice processing

Journal entries

Vendor reconciliation

Data-driven decision making

Remote work

Education

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Grand Valley State University is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a part-time, remote team. You will review invoices, verify expense reports, and ensure compliance with university policies while posting journal entries and reconciling vendor accounts.

The role emphasizes accuracy, timely processing, and collaboration with departments to resolve coding questions. You will support month-end close and assist with audits, contributing to transparent financial records across university