Accounts Payable and Contract Specialist

General Accounting And Contract Administrative Position

This position is responsible for performing general accounting and contract administrative duties.

Essential Job Functions

• Timely prepare and ensure expense contracts are complete and all required information is obtained and filed.
• Ensure contractors meet all applicable insurance requirements as outlined per contract and ensure insurance certificates are current.
• Work closely with Program Directors/Managers to complete contracts according to schedule.
• Submit required information to Human Resources to conduct criminal background checks.
• Maintain schedule of Business Associate Agreements and ensure all agreements are complete and filed.
• Respond to requests for insurance certificates.
• Process vendor invoices for multiple entities.
• Ensure proper account coding of invoices, including allocations.
• Reconcile vendor statements.
• Communicate with vendors to resolve payment issues and answer inquiries.
• Process weekly check runs and collate supporting documentation for management signature.
• Record cash disbursements in checkbooks.
• Resolve outstanding checks in a timely manner.
• Ensure advances/prepayments are returned and recorded according to policy.
• Follow monthly closing schedule and assist other finance team members to ensure timely closing and processing of monthly financial statements.
• Assist with onboarding of new vendors and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Reconcile purchasing card transactions weekly.
• Reconcile travel expense cards using TravelBank.
• Generate and distribute EEOC letters to vendors.
• Communicate with departmental managers when needed.
• File and maintain records of invoices, payments, and other related documents.
• Assist with preparation of year-end audits and tax reporting.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to interact with all levels of staff, including senior management.
• Proactive and shows initiative in completing projects and tasks with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Education and Experience

• Associate's degree in Accounting or equivalent accounting knowledge.
• Accounts Payable experience preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of General Ledger cost centers.
• Knowledgeable and experienced in General Ledger coding.
• Experience with Excel, ERP accounting systems, and Accounts Payable software.

All experience and education requirements, except when required by federal, state, or local laws or requirements, may be waived at the discretion of management with the approval of the Chief Executive Officer, in collaboration with Human Resources.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

• Sedentary working environment.
• Ability to reach above shoulder level.
• Ability to turn/twist upper body.
• Ability to use hands for repetitive actions such as fine manipulating, keyboarding, and typing.

Corporate Qualifications / Expectations

• Adhere to all CDS Life Transitions, Inc. policies and procedures.
• Adhere to the Agency Mission, Vision, Shared Values, and Customer Service Standards.
• Attend mandatory education and training modules as scheduled; obtain and maintain all required certifications/training by State regulations and CDS policy.
• Act as a professional representative of CDS Life Transitions, Inc. in appearance, behavior, temperament, communication, language, and dress.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required of personnel so classified. They do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the direction of the employer.

CDS Life Transitions is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. CDS Life Transitions will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io