Accountant AP Specialist, 250 E. Liberty, 8:00a-4:30p

Position Summary and Purpose The AP Specialist Accountant is responsible for invoice processing, employee reimbursement and auditing of general ledger coding by departmental AP coders. They are also responsible for the training of departmental AP processing staff, vendor setup review, 1099 processing and other accounting functions as assigned. Essential Functions Ensures daily electronic processing of invoices and expense reports via AP approval software Ensures import of invoice data and manual invoice entries as required Reviews and verifies all invoice information is correct and appropriate documentation is included prior to release for department coding and approval Coordinates weekly check processing & disbursements, including validation of all invoices, expense reports, check requests and proper remittance documentation Responds to vendor and internal department inquiries and provides proper guidance in problem resolution Other Functions Reconciles vendor statements and solves discrepancies Maintains clear and effective communication with vendors and internal departments Maintains vendor files and scanning Works with AP software vendor to address processing issues and implement all software updates as necessary; communicates changes to departmental AP processing staff Coordinates with internal IT staff as necessary to address software needs; develops training material for new updates Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times Performs other duties as assigned Job Requirements Education High school diploma or GED/equivalent (required) Associate’s Degree in any field/discipline (preferred) Experience Five (5) years of work experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable or general accounting (required) Job Competency Demonstrated knowledge of Accounts Payable systems within an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) environment Understanding of generally accepted accounting policies and procedures Able to work within a team environment Attention to detail and accuracy Language Ability Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats Reasoning Ability Ability to think through issues and identify appropriate options with minimal supervision Computer Skills Some experience using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.) Ability to understand and work with large ERP system (Premier ERP proficiency preferred) Must have the capacity to learn other relevant systems and databases, as needed Additional Responsibilities Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community Core Expectation At UofL Health, we expect all employees to live the values of honesty, integrity and compassion and demonstrate these values in their interactions with others and as they deliver excellent patient care by honoring and caring for the dignity of all persons, ensuring the highest quality of care, working together as a team, improving continuously, seeking new and better ways to meet the needs of those we serve, using resources wisely and understanding how each role contributes to the success of UofL Health. Company Overview UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations and more than 700 providers. With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health focuses on delivering patient‑centered care to each and every patient each day. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Louisville Physicians