Accounts Payable Specialist I (Remote)
Posted on: 8 Nov 2021
Vancouver, WA
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for the accurate and timely processing of all invoices, check requests and caregiver reimbursements, preparing payments for distribution on a weekly basis.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Enters invoices into computer system, audits invoices, check requests, and caregiver reimbursement requests for proper authorization, exempt coding and tax status and disburse checks as requested.
Updates and maintains journals, ledgers and financial documentation, run reports and troubleshoot discrepancies involving appropriate stakeholders as necessary in the resolution of issues.
Assists with process improvement, procedure and implementation of changes.
Maximizes vendor discounts in agreement with vendor terms and payment.
Assures compliance reporting with the Internal Revenue Service for 1099 forms.
Completes month end and year end processing, follow up on outstanding checks and resolve any discrepancies.
Acts as a resource for a variety of caregivers, leadership and external customers.
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:
High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred.
EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:
Minimum of one year of accounts payable experience in a similar setting is required.
OTHER SKILLS:
Attention to detail and accuracy of input is required.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to work independently.
General understanding of accounting cycle.
Proficient keyboarding, 10-key and computer skills including Microsoft Office applications and general PC software.
Washington: Knowledge and understanding of sales tax and use tax, specifically on items purchased that are non-taxable according to Washington Department of Revenue code is required.
SHARED SERVICES PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS:
Work requires fairly light physical exertion from up to 65% of the time.
Ability to lift objects weighing 30 lbs. or less.
Work is performed under normal working conditions with adequate lighting and ventilation.
Job duties frequently require intense concentration and attention to detail (up to 65% of work time).
PeaceHealth
Vancouver, WA
PeaceHealth, based in Vancouver, Wash., is a nonprofit Catholic health system offering care to communities in Washington, Oregon and Alaska. PeaceHealth has approximately 16,000 caregivers, a multi-specialty medical group practice with more than 1,200 physicians and providers, and 10 medical centers serving both urban and rural communities throughout the Northwest.
In 1890, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace founded what has become PeaceHealth. Today, PeaceHealth is the legacy of its founding Sisters and continues to serve communities when invited to do so with a spirit of collaboration and stewardship. For more information, visit peacehealth.org.
Our Mission
We carry on the healing mission of Jesus Christ by promoting personal and community health, relieving pain and suffering, and treating each person in a loving and caring way.
Our Core Values
Respect
We respect the dignity and appreciate the worth of each person as demonstrated by our compassion, caring and acceptance of individual differences.
Collaboration
We value the involvement, cooperation and creativity of all who work together to promote the health of the community.
Stewardship
We choose to serve the community and hold ourselves accountable to exercise ethical and responsible stewardship in the allocation and utilization of human, fi nancial and environmental resources.
Social Justice
We build and evaluate the structures of our organization and those of society to promote the just distribution of health care resources.
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IndustryHealthcare
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No. of Employees16,000 +
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Website
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Jobs Posted305
