Senior Accounting Clerk - Accounts Payable & Travel

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Sr. Accounting Clerk to join their team. This role is pivotal in processing invoices and resolving vendor inquiries, ensuring smooth financial operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong clerical background, with a focus on accounting, and will thrive in a collaborative environment. With opportunities for professional development, this position offers a chance to grow your skills while contributing to a mission-driven organization. If you are a self-sufficient team player with excellent communication skills, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• 3 years of clerical experience, including 1 year in an accounting environment.
• Experience with invoice processing and accounts payable preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and resolve vendor inquiries.
• Maintain communication with vendors regarding issues.

Skills

Communication Skills

Team Player Attitude

Self-sufficiency

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

4-Year Degree in Finance/Accounting (Preferred)

Tools

PeopleSoft

Job description

Summary

The primary purpose of the Sr. Accounting Clerk position is to process invoices and to research and resolve vendor inquiries.

Key Functions

1. Accurately enter, match invoices and credit memo.
2. Maintain open lines for communication with vendors regarding credit/debit memo issues.
3. Research internal and external inquiries and provide feedback for resolution.
4. Open and scan incoming mail.
5. Participate in professional development through attendance at professional development programs, educational activities, and review of current professional resources.
6. Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Education

Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred: Working towards or successful completion of a 4-year degree in a finance/accounting related field.

Experience

Required: Three years of clerical experience to include one year of experience in an accounting environment.
Preferred: Invoice processing, accounts payable experience, Peoplesoft experience. Skills preferred are self-sufficient, team player attitude, and great communication skills.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 173202
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Days
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 35,360
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 43,680
• Maximum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 52,000
• FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Hard
• Work Location: Remote
• Pivotal Position: No
• Referral Bonus Available?: No
• Relocation Assistance Available?: No
• Science Jobs: No

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