What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Accounts Payable Specialist position at THE LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND INC?
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Description
The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. transforms the lives of people who are blind, DeafBlind, and blind with other disabilities. Through employment opportunities, we are a catalyst for empowerment. We foster self-confidence and instill a life changing affirmation that independence is possible. From our expertise in cutting-edge technology to our understanding of mobility, we help people who are blind and DeafBlind live fulfilling lives.
We believe everyone, no matter their vision abilities, deserves to experience the power of employment. Our goal for each person we reach is to ignite a fire of determination that is centered on the reality that blindness doesn’t define who you are or how you choose to live.
We are currently seeking a person who identifies strongly with our mission and core values to join our team in Seattle, WA as a Temporary Accounts Payable Specialist. This is an ideal role for someone who has hands on accounts payable experience, is communicative and comfortable asking for assistance, is familiar with MS Office (primarily Outlook and Excel), and is proficient with copying, scanning, and filing.
***Please note: This is a temporary short-term role that will end when the needs of the department change.
Purpose:
Ensures timely payments of vendor invoices and expense vouchers and maintains accurate records and control reports.
Responsibilities:
- Processes daily receipt of Invoices, purchase orders, receiving documents, travel advances, expense reimbursements, statement of services, and other miscellaneous requests for payments.
- Matches purchase orders, packing slips or any receiving documents to invoices.
- Performs costing functions for inventory material invoices, which includes allocation of freight charges and other charges to each item(s).
- Evaluates the financial coding of invoices to ensure that the general ledger accounts and vendor accounts were charged accurately.
- Verifies that the proper approval is obtained on invoices before payment is issued. Forwards the invoice to the appropriate department for signature approval if not yet obtained.
- Performs related payable data entry and ensures that these financial transactions are entered into the AP systems (AS/400) correctly.
- Resolves problem discrepancies on vendors invoices. Communicates with the vendor in regards to incomplete or inaccurate invoices. Performs the appropriate record keeping and necessary adjustments.
- Reconciles vendor statements for payment accuracy.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
• 1-2 years’ experience processing accounts payable
• Familiar with office equipment (copier/scanner)
• Familiar with MS Office, primarily Outlook and Excel
• Must be communicative and comfortable asking for assistance
• Detail-oriented
• Strong organizational skills
• Customer service oriented.
• Ability to work schedule as assigned.- Monday to Friday, 8:30 to 4:30 pm pacific
Company benefits may include:
- 12 Paid Holidays per year
- Up to 17 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year
- Medical, Dental, and vision plans
- Long-term and short-term disability, AD&D
- Life Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with 6% employer match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Team Member Referral Bonus Program
- Paid Leave for Service Animal Training
- Focus on Upward Mobility
- Inclusive and Supportive Team Environment
Qualifications
Salary : $21 - $29
