Accounts Payable Specialist

Position Summary The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for processing and resolving vendor related payments in conjunction with the Treasurer. This role plays a key role in communicating issues to the Treasurer for follow-up and resolution. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Receive, code, enter, and follow payments through entire accounts payable life cycleReview vendor statements for past due & aging activities, resolve any issues within scope of role, and escalate issues to AP ManagerAssist Treasurer with month end closing of accounts payableMaintains an open line of communication with the Finance Department leadership team on the status of MCR operations and key performance indicators as it relates to areas of assigned responsibility.Obtains and maintains any identified certificationsPromotes the concept of Provide an Exceptional Experience to Everyone, Every TimeCompletes day-to-day tasks to assure smooth operation of MCRSupports the mission and vision of MCR HealthAdheres to all MCR policies, procedures, and standardsOther duties as assigned Skills Attention to detail with an organized mindsetExcellent listening and interpersonal skillsExcellent oral and written communicationCritical/Strategic thinkingAbility to receive and act upon feedback in a calm, professional mannerAbility to multi-task and prioritize tasks, projects, and demandsAbility to work collaboratively with othersCustomer service focus to impact the patient experienceAbility to connect with patients/others and help them feel at easeAbility to effectively interact with customers, staff, and others even in stressful situationsComfortable and adept with technologyAbility to maintain confidences and demonstrate discretionEthical Requirements Associate degree in accounting with 2+ years accounts payable experience OR HS/GED with 5+ years accounts payable experience requiredProficient in Microsoft Office Suite requiredExperience with Great Plains accounting software a plusBilingual (Spanish/English) a plus Mental/Physical Demands Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to drive, sit, use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, controls and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk, stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.This job is not limited to the activities described above and this job description may be amended by management as deemed necessary. Equipment Use Computer, phone (desk and cell phone), copier, and other standard office equipment Further Information The standards listed above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required for this position.