What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Specialist position at Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network?
As Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for managing GMHCN’s outgoing payments in an accurate and timely manner to include processing invoices and ensuring that vendors are paid promptly. The Accounts Payable Specialist will work closely with other departments to reconcile accounts, resolve discrepancies, and streamline payment processes. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in accounting software are essential for success in this role. This role contributes to the overall financial health of the organization by maintaining efficient and accurate accounts payable procedures.
Pay Range: $20 – 30 Per Hour
Essential Functions
- Assists Finance team in achieving timely and accurate invoice processing, AP, expense reports, processing of daily/weekly check runs, sorting/scanning mail & invoices, and timely completion of month end activities.
- Ensures all utilities bills are paid and processed accurately and timely.
- Assists Finance team in identifying discrepancies or issues and recommends resolutions.
- Ensures the AP vendor list information is up to date.
- Maintains a systematic and up-to-date filing system for AP records.
- Reviews and submits expense reports, vendor contracts etc. for manager approval, resolves vendor issues on a monthly basis.
- Fosters a strong control environment by ensuring that departmental internal controls are maintained, spot checks the effectiveness of controls and takes corrective action as required.
- Manages daily and weekly check runs are processed timely and accurately.
- Oversees corporate credit card receipts tracking and expense reimbursement processing.
- Maintains excellent professional relationships with vendors and internal customers and provides proactive customer service in assisting with inquiries regarding account status information and other requests.
- Provides support and guidance on Accounts Payable operational processes, policies, and practices.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED required with 5 plus years of experience
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in business, Accounting or Finance preferred.
- Proven experience in accounts payable or relevant accounting role.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Interpersonal and relationship building skills with the ability to effectively interact with vendors and peers.
- Proficiency is accounting and bookkeeping software (Quickbooks, Excel)
- Understands compliance issues around AP processes (W-9, sales tax, etc.
- General ledger experience preferred.
- Proficient experience in MS Excel.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
- Paid sick time
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
Ability to Relocate:
- Tucker, GA 30084: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $30