Tribal AP Specialist: Precision Payables & Compliance

Sycuan

Salem (OR)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Sycuan is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage vendor payments, support month-end close, and keep accurate financial records. The role emphasizes GAAP compliance, data entry accuracy, and continuous process improvements within Tribal Finance.

The ideal candidate will have an Associates Degree in Accounting or related field and at least 3 years of accounting experience, with desirable tribal accounting familiarity and proficiency in MS Excel/Word and Docuware.

Qualifications

Associates Degree in Accounting or related field or equivalent experience.
3 years general accounting experience.
Desirable: Tribal accounting experience.

Responsibilities

Pays vendors and suppliers by receiving and verifying invoices, preparing batches, entering the data into the general ledger for payment, running checks, and preparing checks for mailing following established procedures.
Assists with month-end and year-end close processes by reviewing vendor invoices, reconciling AP ledgers, and preparing year-end audit paperwork.
Ensures General Ledger accuracy by running reports, verifying entries, and researching/correcting errors.
Prepare Check Copies & Backup for document retention via Docuware Software.
AP Software maintenance and Training – maintain vendor data and W-9 status; provide training.
General Accounting, Staff Development – perform GL reconciliations and related schedules; process credit card data.
Provides Administrative Support 5% – handle mail, ordering and inventory of checks and forms.