Sr Accounts Payable Specialist

Lifespan; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Providence seeks an Accounts Payable Specialist to assist in processing invoices and check requests. This full-time role involves coordinating daily activities, resolving invoice issues, and supporting the team during peak times. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and at least two years of relevant experience, demonstrating strong leadership and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• At least two years of related experience demonstrating leadership and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of general office systems and accounts payable procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating daily activities related to processing check requests and invoices.
• Resolve problem invoices promptly in consultation with the supervisor.
• Support Accounts Payable Specialists during backlog periods.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Knowledge of Accounts Payable Procedures

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Summary:
Under the general supervision of the Accounts Payable Supervisor, assist in coordinating daily activities related to processing check requests and invoices for payment. Perform essential functions of an Accounts Payable Specialist.

Responsibilities:

1. Participate with the supervisor in developing work procedures and recommend changes to maximize resource efficiency and effectiveness.
2. Resolve problem invoices promptly in consultation with the supervisor; communicate with vendors to facilitate resolutions.
3. Coordinate the preparation of schedules, documents, and other data required for internal and external audits.
4. Assist in special projects and quality improvement teams as needed.
5. Support Accounts Payable Specialists in routine processing activities during backlog periods and at month-end to ensure timely closings.
6. Maintain adherence to Brown University Health policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
7. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Other Information:

Basic Knowledge:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of general office systems and accounts payable procedures, gained through introductory accounting, bookkeeping, or business courses.
• Familiarity with computerized systems and the ability to operate a personal computer.

Experience:

• At least two years of related experience demonstrating leadership and organizational skills.

Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetics, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or marital status. Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Location: Brown University Health Corporate Services, USA: RI: Providence

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1

Union: Non-Union

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