Job Description

Job Title: Accounts Payable Support II Location: Boulder, Colorado. Note: In light of the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and restricted access to UCAR facilities, UCAR may allow temporary remote work arrangements for newly hired employees. Eventual relocation to UCAR facilities in Boulder, CO is required for this specific position. Type: Full-time, Non-Exempt Application Deadline: This position will be posted until Monday, April 12th, 2021. Thereafter, applications will be reviewed on an as-needed basis. Relocation: No relocation package is offered for this position. Work Authorization: UCAR/NCAR will not sponsor a work visa (e.g., J-1, H1-B, etc.) for this position. Hiring Salary Range: $16.93 - $21.56 Hourly Full Salary Range: $16.93 - $27.50 Hourly Benefits: UCAR affirms its continuing commitment to developing, providing, and administering its employee benefit programs with due consideration for equal employment opportunity and diversity guidelines. UCAR's rich package of employee benefits includes medical, dental, vision, education assistance, retirement, and life insurance. UCAR offers a variety of programs designed to assist with work-life balance including flexible work alternatives, paid time off and 14 weeks of paid parental leave. Where You Will Work: Located in Boulder, Colorado, University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) serves and participates in a collaborative community of researchers and educators who are dedicated to understanding the atmosphere -- the air around us -- and the complex processes that make up the Earth system, from the ocean floor to the Suns core. UCAR manages the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) on behalf of the National Science Foundation and the university community. What You Will Do: Process AP related invoices and payments. Ensure invoices and payments are properly authorized and in accordance with department procedures. Responsibilities: Handles all aspects of processing invoices and payments for purchase orders and non-encumbered payments including verifying invoices are properly authorized, received, and have available encumbrances. Works with vendors, requisitioners, and Contracts and Purchasing Staff to research and resolve non-routine discrepancies related to invoices and statements. Process payments for invoices received electronically. This includes reconciling, uploading file via FTP into the accounting system and creating the batches. Distributes reviewed batches. Prepares report for weekly check runs. (This is really a separate process from the above listed items). Provides proofing for printed checks. Provides support as needed for mail distribution. What You Need: Education and Years of Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, preferably in a large organization(s) including some experience in travel expense auditing or accounting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures relating to accounts payable and receivable. Skill in operating general office equipment, 10-key adding machine, and specialized equipment such as check printer. Computational math skills, i.e., addition, subtraction, multiplication, division operations with units and percentages. Basic skill in word processing and spreadsheet applications. Knowledge of operating computerized accounting systems. Ability to apply UCAR policies and procedures to payments processes. Effective oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated skill in managing multiple priorities, attention to detail while handling heavy workloads and in meeting deadlines. Applicant Notes: Pre-employment screenings and background checks are conducted in conjunction with an offer for employment into risk-based positions. This screening may involve verifying or reviewing any of the following relevant information: restricted parties screening, employment verification, education verification, reference checks, verification of professional licenses, certifications, and Motor Vehicle Records. Risk-based positions require pre-employment screening, a criminal background check, and Sex Offender Registry screening (for positions working with vulnerable populations). UCAR complies with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). An Inclusion Statement will be required for all applicants applying to this position. This statement should address past efforts, as well as future vision and plans to advocate for and advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in the organization and/or field of work. The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer that strives to develop and maintain a diverse workforce. UCAR is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy. Whatever your intersection of identities, you are welcome at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR). We are committed to inclusivity and promoting an equitable environment that values and respects the uniqueness of all members of our organization. The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer that strives to develop and maintain a diverse workforce. UCAR is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy. Whatever your intersection of identities, you are welcome at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR). 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Location: Boulder, Colorado. Note: In light of the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and restricted access to UCAR facilities, UCAR may allow temporary remote work arrangements for newly hired employees. Eventual relocation to UCAR facilities in Boulder, CO is required for this specific position.

Type: Full-time, Non-Exempt

Application Deadline: This position will be posted until Monday, April 12th, 2021. Thereafter, applications will be reviewed on an as-needed basis.

Relocation: No relocation package is offered for this position.

Work Authorization: UCAR/NCAR will not sponsor a work visa (e.g., J-1, H1-B, etc.) for this position.

Hiring Salary Range: $16.93 - $21.56 Hourly

Full Salary Range: $16.93 - $27.50 Hourly

Benefits: UCAR affirms its continuing commitment to developing, providing, and administering its employee benefit programs with due consideration for equal employment opportunity and diversity guidelines.

UCAR's rich package of employee benefits includes medical, dental, vision, education assistance, retirement, and life insurance. UCAR offers a variety of programs designed to assist with work-life balance including flexible work alternatives, paid time off and 14 weeks of paid parental leave.

Where You Will Work:

Located in Boulder, Colorado, University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) serves and participates in a collaborative community of researchers and educators who are dedicated to understanding the atmosphere -- the air around us -- and the complex processes that make up the Earth system, from the ocean floor to the Suns core. UCAR manages the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) on behalf of the National Science Foundation and the university community.

What You Will Do: Process AP related invoices and payments. Ensure invoices and payments are properly authorized and in accordance with department procedures.

Responsibilities:

* Handles all aspects of processing invoices and payments for purchase orders and non-encumbered payments including verifying invoices are properly authorized, received, and have available encumbrances.

* Works with vendors, requisitioners, and Contracts and Purchasing Staff to research and resolve non-routine discrepancies related to invoices and statements.

* Process payments for invoices received electronically. This includes reconciling, uploading file via FTP into the accounting system and creating the batches.

* Distributes reviewed batches.

* Prepares report for weekly check runs. (This is really a separate process from the above listed items).

* Provides proofing for printed checks.

* Provides support as needed for mail distribution.

What You Need:

Education and Years of Experience:

* High School Diploma or equivalent

* A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, preferably in a large organization(s) including some experience in travel expense auditing or accounting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures relating to accounts payable and receivable.

* Skill in operating general office equipment, 10-key adding machine, and specialized equipment such as check printer.

* Computational math skills, i.e., addition, subtraction, multiplication, division operations with units and percentages. Basic skill in word processing and spreadsheet applications.

* Knowledge of operating computerized accounting systems.

* Ability to apply UCAR policies and procedures to payments processes.

* Effective oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated skill in managing multiple priorities, attention to detail while handling heavy workloads and in meeting deadlines.

Applicant Notes:

* Pre-employment screenings and background checks are conducted in conjunction with an offer for employment into risk-based positions. This screening may involve verifying or reviewing any of the following relevant information: restricted parties screening, employment verification, education verification, reference checks, verification of professional licenses, certifications, and Motor Vehicle Records. Risk-based positions require pre-employment screening, a criminal background check, and Sex Offender Registry screening (for positions working with vulnerable populations). UCAR complies with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

* An Inclusion Statement will be required for all applicants applying to this position. This statement should address past efforts, as well as future vision and plans to advocate for and advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in the organization and/or field of work.

* The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer that strives to develop and maintain a diverse workforce. UCAR is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy.

* Whatever your intersection of identities, you are welcome at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR). We are committed to inclusivity and promoting an equitable environment that values and respects the uniqueness of all members of our organization.

The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer that strives to develop and maintain a diverse workforce. UCAR is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy.

Whatever your intersection of identities, you are welcome at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR). We are committed to inclusivity and promoting an equitable environment that values and respects the uniqueness of all members of our organization.