Accounts Payable Assistant

Accounts Payable Assistant

This is an entry level position with multiple responsibilities in Accounts Payable for a large social service department. The AP Assistant will provide administrative support to the HR / AP Manager and an overall support for the office.

The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the candidate will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the post.

Requirements : High school diploma and two years of accounting / secretarial experience. Associate Degree or greater in a related field a plus. Excellent organizational and tracking skills. Computer knowledge of Microsoft software including Excel and Word. Detail oriented including accuracy with numbers. Ability to meet deadlines. Ability to work with confidential information and possess professional communication skills, both in writing and orally. Experience in a fast-paced office environment. As a Mandated Reporter, must provide proof of having completed training on recognizing and reporting child abuse meeting the training standards of PA Act 153 of 2014 within 30 days of employment with recurrent training required every five years thereafter. Child Protection Clearances PA Act 153 requires that all prospective employees complete the following clearance and background checks prior to employment : PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check and FBI Criminal Record / Fingerprint Check. Meets the Child Protection Clearances required by PA Act 153 along with renewals every five years. An appreciation for, understanding of, and support the mission of the Salvation Army.