Renowned Higher-Education Nonprofit Organization is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Payable/ Purchasing Coordinator to join the Finance team. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills and extensive experience in accounts payable and Procurement processes.

Responsibilities:

• Financials Management: Utilize Oracle Cloud Financials system to manage accounts payable and purchasing functions efficiently and accurately.
• Invoice Processing: Receive, review, and process invoices for payment (bank wires), ensuring accuracy and adherence to internal policies and procedures.
• Purchase Order Management: Create and manage purchase orders in Oracle Cloud Financials, including vendor selection, pricing, and terms negotiation.
• Vendor Management: Maintain vendor records, including contact information, payment terms, and performance evaluations, in Oracle Cloud Financials.
• Payment Processing: Coordinate and process payments to vendors via electronic funds transfer (EFT), checks, and other methods as required.
• Expense Reporting: Assist with the processing and reconciliation of employee expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Account Reconciliation: Perform monthly reconciliations of accounts payable and purchasing transactions to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Reporting: Generate reports and provide analysis of accounts payable and purchasing data as needed for internal and external stakeholders.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls related to accounts payable and purchasing processes.
• Vendor Communication: Communicate effectively with vendors regarding payment inquiries, discrepancies, and other matters.
• Purchase Request Review: Review and approve purchase requests from departments, ensuring adherence to budgetary guidelines and approval processes.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency enhancements within the accounts payable and purchasing functions
• AP person who was doing PO and doing 3 way matching. Not AP clerk or processor who only did data entry.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Accounts Payable, Purchasing, or related roles.
• Proficiency in Oracle Cloud Financials or similar ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable and purchasing processes and best practices.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and integrity in handling financial information.

Preferred Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• International vendor payments
• Experience working in a higher education or nonprofit organizations.
• Familiarity with the performing arts industry and its unique financial requirements.

Compensation: $65,000

Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications.