Accounts Payable Specialist - FT - Days - MSS

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care.

An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.

Summary :

The Accounts Payable department is responsible for paying vendors for products and services provided to the healthcare system.

This position processes invoices using 3-way matching for PO invoices; obtains appropriate authority / approval for NonPO, construction and service invoices;

reconciles vendor accounts; supports the needs of various departments in relation to vendors and invoices; and has a full understanding of the P2P process.

Responsibilities :

Processes NonPO invoices and Check requests, ensuring the appropriate approval levels are met within MHS policy. Routes invoices out electronically for end user approval and coding.

May assist with processing of annual 1099's, Tuition Loan Reimbursements, and Employee Travel and Reimbursement requests.

If position is specific to the Vendor Team, will add vendors and maintain vendor information. Work closely with the vetting area.

Run necessary sanctions. Conduct vendor master audits.

Assists with month end (and year end) preparation and reporting accruals.

Matches printed checks with needed back up documents, sending to vendors to ensure proper payment application.

Provides clerical support for the department, including mail processing, answering phones, and receptionist duties.

Reconciles vendor statements. Works on RNI reports to resolve outstanding issues.

Researches and resolves invoice and payment inquiries. Works closely with supply chain, receiving and various department owners.

Handles assigned utility accounts, utilize bypass approval method when appropriate and approved, and provide monthly utility accruals to leadership.

Matches PO invoices using the ERP applications to ensure 3 way match of invoice to PO and receipts; 2 way match of invoice to approval - all within the logic of each PO type.

Verifies accuracy of OCR extracted data from invoices.

Works with assigned vendors to convert them to utilize electronic invoice submission and electronic payments.

May be responsible for uploading vendor invoice files and distributions to the ERP.

Competencies :

ACCOUNTABILITY, ACCOUNTS PAYABLE - CHECK PROCESSING, ACCOUNTS PAYABLE - CONTRACTUAL AUTOMATIC PAYMENTS, ACCOUNTS PAYABLE - INVOICE PROCESSING, ACCURACY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Education and Certification Requirements :

High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)Accounts Payable Certification (ACCT PAY CERT) - Institute of Finance and Management

Additional Job Information :

Complexity of Work : Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience : One (1) year of experience in Accounts Payable.

Other Information : New Hires have one (1) year to obtain their Accounts Payable Certification

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements :

• Bending and Stooping 0%
• Climbing 0%
• Keyboard Entry 80%
• Kneeling 0%
• Lifting / Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater 0%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient 0%
• Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient 0%
• Lifting or Carrying >

75 lbs Non-Patient 0%

• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient 0%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient 0%
• Pushing or Pulling >

75 lbs Non-Patient 0%

• Reaching 0%
• Repetitive Movement Foot / Leg 0%
• Repetitive Movement Hand / Arm 60%
• Running 0%
• Sitting 80%
• Squatting 0%
• Standing 80%
• Walking 80%
• Audible Speech 60%
• Hearing Acuity 60%
• Smelling Acuity 0%
• Taste Discrimination 0%
• Depth Perception 60%
• Distinguish Color 60%
• Seeing - Far 60%
• Seeing - Near 60%
• Bio hazardous Waste 0%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory 0%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion 0%
• Blood and / or Bodily Fluids 0%
• Communicable Diseases and / or Pathogens 0%
• Asbestos 0%
• Cytotoxic Chemicals 0%
• Dust 40%
• Gas / Vapors / Fumes 0%
• Hazardous Chemicals 0%
• Hazardous Medication 0%
• Latex 0%
• Computer Monitor 80%
• Domestic Animals 0%
• Extreme Heat / Cold 0%
• Fire Risk 0%
• Hazardous Noise 0%
• Heating Devices 0%
• Hypoxia 0%
• Laser / High Intensity Lights 0%
• Magnetic Fields 0%
• Moving Mechanical Parts 0%
• Needles / Sharp Objects 0%
• Potential Electric Shock 0%
• Potential for Physical Assault 0%
• Radiation 0%
• Sudden Decompression During Flights 0%
• Unprotected Heights 0%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces 0%

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Disclaimer : This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job.

It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

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Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.

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