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Accounts Payable Specialist

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Bethesda, MD, USA
Full-time

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, a highly regarded voluntary health service organization, is seeking a full-time Accounts Payable Specialist for our headquarters office conveniently located in downtown Bethesda, Maryland.

Under supervision, the candidate will perform basic accounts payable functions such as requisition processing, check request processing, keying vouchers, expense reimbursements, matching and batching checks and filing, vendor maintenance, 1099 processing, provide excellent customer service, and any new processes or procedure changes.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Review and process requisitions, check requests and expense vouchers using Paramount Workplace. The specialist must be able to properly code requests and identify and missing items that are deemed necessary for satisfactory completion (ensure vouchers are properly authorized and approved, ensure contracts or invoices are attached)
  • Process P.O. matching for invoices in Workplace.
  • Prioritize processing for rush invoices
  • Place calls to vendors and colleagues at field offices and headquarters to request explanations of questionable items or to request missing items. The AP Specialist must be able to communicate what is being requested.
  • Key credit vouchers into Dynamics GP.
  • Specialist must be able to accurately key reclassification journal entries into Dynamics GP via journal entry when necessary.
  • Review vendor maintenance information for accuracy in payment processing.
  • Accurately match disbursements to the appropriate supporting documentation.
  • Ensure disbursement amounts are properly calculated and matched to supporting documentation.
  • Prepare checks and mail securely
  • Perform inquiries of vendors, as needed.
  • Research reconcile and correct vendor payment discrepancies.
  • Demonstrate ability to maintain efficient production rate with high accuracy and minimal errors.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Experience in accounts payable processing is necessary (2+ years preferred)
  • Analytical skills with attention to detail and a high work ethic required
  • Positive, professional attitude and reliable
  • Strong organization, multi-tasking and time management skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) while providing exemplary customer service
  • Ability to work independently and in a team, in a fast-paced, high volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
  • Thorough knowledge of applicable accounts payable/general ledger systems and procedures, financial chart of accounts
  • Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/Outlook)
  • 1099 Miscellaneous knowledge
  • Microsoft Dynamics experience (a plus)
  • Paramount Workplace experience (a plus)
Job Function: 

Organization Info

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Overview
Headquarters: 
Bethesda, MD, United States
Founded: 
1957
About Us
Mission: 

The mission of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is to cure cystic fibrosis and to provide all people with the disease the opportunity to lead full, productive lives by funding research and drug development, promoting individualized treatment and ensuring access to high-quality, specialized care.

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has 70 chapters and branch offices across the country that work diligently to raise funds to help support the search for a cure. In addition, the Foundation provides funding for and accredits more than 120 CF care centers and 53 affiliate programs nationwide, including more than 100 programs for treating adults with CF. The high quality of specialized care available throughout the care center network has led to the improved length and quality of life for people with CF. Located at teaching and community hospitals across the country, these care centers offer the best care, treatments and support for those with CF.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Aug 8 2018
Active Until: 
Sep 8 2018
Hiring Organization: 
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
industry: 
Nonprofit