Accounting Specialist

Under direct supervision, verifies and processes invoices and check requests for payment on a computerized system in a timely and accurate manner. Works with vendors, purchasing, and appropriate GBMC Healthcare, Inc. personnel in researching inquiries and problem resolution.

Education

HS or equivalent

Experience

2 years in accounts payable functions

Skills

• Knowledge of basic accounting laws as applicable to the accounts payable function
• Skill in oral and written communication with an emphasis on customer service
• Skill in data entry and data analysis
• Skill in basic computers and personal productivity applications
• Able to perform noncomplex arithmetic calculations

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Processes all capital expenditure requests, ensuring proper fixed asset coding and budgetary approvals.
• Processes all W-9 requests and credit applications.
• Processes vendor invoices for payment by reviewing invoices received and matching invoices with hospital purchase order and receiving documents.
• Gathers information and reconciles non-complex differences between invoices and purchase orders by maintaining contact with Purchasing, various GBMC Healthcare, Inc. department personnel, and vendors.
• Maintains and files accounts payable records, performs miscellaneous typing, balances routine statements, and performs other related duties.
• Audits copies of checks and invoices, ensures proper and accurate generation of checks.
• Processes and issues special checks, as requested, by obtaining necessary supporting documentation, charging appropriate account(s) and updating various accounting records and controls.
• Responds to routine inquiries regarding short, duplicate or late payments from vendors.
• Embraces change and improvement in the work environment
• Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services
• Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles
• Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently

All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values:

Respect

I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.

• Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy
• Listens and responds appropriately to others' needs, feelings, and capabilities

Excellence

I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.

• Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations
• Actively pursues learning and self-development
• Pays attention to detail; follows through

Accountability

I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.

• Sets a positive, professional example for others
• Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them
• Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties
• Reports to work regularly and on time

Teamwork

I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.

• Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team
• Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way
• Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions
• Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others

Ethical Behavior

I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.

• Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment
• Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers

Results

I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.

Pay Range

Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.