Entry Level Accounts Payable Associate

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

Our intention is to have employees who are passionate about making their personal mission statement come to life each day at work! Be it through providing healing, eradicating loneliness, contributing to efficiencies, streamlining processes, being dependable, sparking creativity or something else, the demonstration of HOW you do your job is just as important as WHAT you do in your job.

Alongside our valued employees, we are making a difference throughout the state of Ohio in the lives of those that need healthcare or those embracing the next chapter of their lives. Sustained members of our team demonstrate accountable behavior and share our values of customer service, innovation, integrity, inclusion, financial stewardship, leadership and care.

The Accounts Payable Associate performs the daily accounts payable functions in accordance with company standards and federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations.

Essential Activities and Tasks

Operations Management and Administration - 70%

• Completes the accounts payable processing in an accurate and timely fashion according to schedule, current guidelines and internal control policies and procedures.

• Charges expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoices and expense reports; records entries and ensures credits are received for outstanding memos.

• Communicates with suppliers and vendors to resolve problems or concerns.

• Verifies vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.

• Reimburses petty cash by recording entry and verifies documentation.

• Reimburses employees by verifying submitted documentation, and processing expense reports in accordance with company guidelines.

Financial Management - 15%

• Works with department managers regarding questions or concerns on invoices, statements, or payments.

• Assists with training and education of staff members in using accounts payable software.

• Assists in developing accounts payable procedures and policies.

Quality and Compliance Management - 15%

• Processes assigned locations’ vendor invoices, and routes to the appropriate designated approver for review and approval per company policy and procedure and generates payments within payment terms.

• Protects organization’s value by adhering to HIPPAA regulations and keeping information confidential.

• Accomplishes accounting and organization mission by completing related tasks as needed.

All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

• One year experience in accounts payable preferred.

• Experience with accurate data entry required.

• Experience with delivering exceptional customer service required.

• Proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and the internet.

• Proficiency with a document management system preferred.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Working Conditions and Special Requirements

• Sitting - Up to 8 hours/day

• Standing - Up to 4 hours/day

• Walking - Up to 4 hours/day

• Lifting, transferring, pushing or pulling equipment/supplies - Up to 25 pounds

• Risk Category for Exposure to Bloodborne Diseases - III