Temporary Accounts Payable Specialist

Fayetteville State University; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Fayetteville State University is seeking a Temporary Accounts Payable Specialist to support financial payments and travel expenses. The role involves auditing transactions, communicating with faculty and staff, and ensuring compliance with university policies. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant accounting experience, demonstrating strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 1 year of accounting experience is required.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail are crucial.
• Experience using standard office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Audit and process purchase requests and payment requests.
• Provide customer service related to payments and reimbursements.
• Respond to email communications regarding accounts payable.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Position Title::

Temporary Accounts Payable Specialist

Working Title::

Temporary Accounts Payable Specialist

Position Number::

TMP-2025

Full-time or Part-time::

Full Time

Time Limited Position::

Yes

Number of Vacancies::

Multiple Vacancies

Department::

Temporary Pools

Posting Number::

0402513

Job Category::

Temporary

Hiring Range::

$21.00/hr.

Overall Position Competency::

TMP

Primary Purpose of the Organization::

Fayetteville State University is accepting applications on a continual basis for the Temporary Accounts Payable Specialist. As the University has openings, those candidates whose background and experience appear to match the requirements most closely will be contacted for an interview.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit:
The Accounts Payable department resides in the Materials Management section in the Business and Finance Division. This department provides campus-wide support for financial payments and travel expenses and is responsible for the timely and accurate payment of all university goods and services. The Accounts Payable office’s responsibilities include issuing checks, verifying receipt of goods and services, processing travel reimbursements, completing stop payments, voiding checks, processing 1099s, printing student refunds, printing payroll checks, and assisting with annual escheat processing.

Primary Purpose of the Position::

The Accounts Payable Assistant is a temporary, non-exempt staff position. This role provides accounting and administrative assistance to the department of accounts payable office located in the Division of Business and Finance.

Ideal candidates will possess the proven ability to handle multiple responsibilities, communicate and interact effectively with faculty, staff, and students with a high degree of professionalism, and have 1 – 3 years of previous related experience. Microsoft Office Suite skills are required.

This is a temporary, hourly position. Generally, most assignments are Monday-Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Responsibilities |

• Respond to Accounts Payable email communications and distribution in a timely manner.
• Audit and process a high volume of purchase requests, wire payment requests, purchase orders, and non-purchase order documents to ensure accuracy and appropriateness.
• Interpret and apply campus policies and procedures.
• Validate that accurate supplier data is in the system and work with the supplier management team for required revisions.
• Assist with entering documents into an online, multi-screen accounting system to ensure timely payments.
• Provide customer service associated with payment requests and reimbursements to representatives from the campus community, auxiliary organizations, and outside entities.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with campus personnel and suppliers.
• Assist campus personnel with the completion of approvals, including online payment requests, non-purchase order expense requests, and reimbursement requests.
• Resolve discrepancies and inquiries.
• Ensure that inquiries are answered correctly and timely or referred to the appropriate person.
• Communicate appropriately and effectively in various situations, both verbally and in writing.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements::

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• High school diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in accounting work or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Knowledge skills and abilities::

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills with the ability to work with a diverse group of individuals at all organizational levels, both inside and outside the University.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to independently research and resolve problems.
• Ability to learn and interpret university and departmental fiscal policies and procedures.
• Skilled in using standard office equipment.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet required deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills necessary to handle multiple priorities for the timely completion of work assignments, with the ability to produce high volume, quality work with minimal errors.
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy and to maintain high levels of confidentiality.
• Team player who welcomes feedback.

Special Instructions to Applicants::

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.

Notice to Applicants::

Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase “see resume.”
Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.

Open Until Filled::

Yes

Other Information::

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

EEO Statement::

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), academic verification and credit history check (if applicable).

Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and employment and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity,sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Veteran's Statement::

Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

Quick Link:

https://jobs.uncfsu.edu/postings/26927