What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Specialist - 40 hrs/wk, 1st shift position at Blanchard Valley Health System?
PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION
The purpose of this job is to assist in the day-to-day accounting functions of facility in accordance with current acceptable accounting and cost reimbursement principles related to the parent organization and all subsidiaries.
JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Duty 1: Responsible for timely and accurate entering/uploading of invoices for all BVHS entities including matching vouchers electronically to purchase orders and receiving documentation; ensuring that the supporting documentation meets the criteria set forth in BVHS standard work processes; validating payment addresses and payment terms for accuracy.
Duty 2: Responsible for timely and accurate processing of patient refunds and non-employee reimbursements for all BVHS entities ensuring that the supporting documentation meets the criteria set forth in the BVHS standard work processes.
Duty 3: Timely review of monthly vendor statements for past due invoices and/or credits due to BVHS including communication with vendor Accounts Receivable departments to request copies of missing invoices/credits; resolution of mis-applied payments by vendors; and reviewing/reconciling any invoice/payment discrepancies.
Duty 4: Follow up with BVHS associates and/or vendors as needed to resolve issues including missing purchase order numbers required for invoice/payment processing; electronic approvals required for payment processing; and inquiries regarding payment status as requested.
Duty 5: Completion of daily audits to reconcile and verify processed vouchers ensuring accuracy in remit addresses; pay terms; accurate accounting for freight, taxes and miscellaneous charges; and accuracy in keyed invoice dates and numbers to minimize the risk of duplicate payments.
Duty 6: Assist in departmental goal of increasing participation in BVHS electronic payment options by reviewing invoices for opportunities as well as discussing with vendors.
Duty 7: Assist in other accounting duties as needed including audit requests; month-end/year-end closing processes; special projects; streamlining AP processes; or coverage in cases of vacation and/or leaves of absence.
Duty 8: Print, sort, distribute, and respond as needed to both physical and electronic departmental mail.
Duty 9: Maintain confidentiality of organizational information.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- High school graduate or GED equivalent
- PC proficiency including Microsoft Office and data entry experience
- A basic knowledge of general accounting practices and office procedures
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- High degree of attention to detail
- Ability to analyze documents for accuracy and completeness along with problem solving skills to resolve issues
- Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently, prioritize, multi-task, meet deadlines, learn new skills, and follow up on pending issues.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Accounting education/coursework preferred
- Two (2) year degree or equivalent experience preferred
- 3-5 years of Accounts Payable, Accounting or bookkeeping experience preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position requires a full range of body motion with intermittent activities in walking, lifting, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting and standing. The associate must be able to sit or six hours a day. The individual must be able to lift twenty pounds and reach work above the shoulders. This position requires finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. The individual must have excellent verbal skills to perform daily tasks. This position requires corrected vision and hearing in the normal range.