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Accounts Payable Specialist

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Tacoma, WA, USA
Full-time

Are you an accounting professional looking to be a part of a dynamic team for a fast-paced, forward-thinking Y in the Pacific Northwest?

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Process all payable invoices for the Association including distribution of invoices to branches for approval and maintain vendor files and archives.
  • Set up A/P vendor cards with correct payment terms and primary G/L codes.
  • Maintain expense allocation for utility and equipment lease accounts based on the pre-determined formula in Great Plains.
  • Process weekly check runs and ensure checks are mailed/distributed on the same day.
  • Process invoices for weekly credit card payment in Great Plains and upload the AP Connect batch file for processing.
  • Generate Positive pay file in Great Plains after every check run.
  • Maintain vendor cards with accurate and up-to-date information.
  • Provide timely reporting and account analysis to support branches and Association Office staff as requested.
  • Develop and maintain accounts payable policies and procedures to ensure strong internal control in compliance with the U.S. GAAP.
  • Manage purchase order process and educate branches on preferred vendors.
  • Prepare month-end accruals and journal entries and perform timely account reconciliation.
  • Support paperless processes by developing strategy and execution plan.
  • Support branch staff regarding accounts payable processing.
Educational Background: 
You have an AA degree or higher in accounting, finance, or business administration.
Skills/Experience: 
  • You have basic accounting knowledge for accrual-based accounting and accounting principles.
  • You have a minimum 2 years work experience in administrative or accounting office.
  • You have demonstrated skills in accounts payable processing, 10-key, and account reconciliation. Great Plains experience a plus.
  • You have excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
  • You have excellent attention to detail and critical thinking skills.
  • You are able to consistently meet all deadlines.
  • You are proficient with Microsoft productivity software such as EXCEL and Word.
Compensation/Benefits: 

Hourly: $17.31

Job Function: 

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Mission: 

The YMCA mission is: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is the national resource office for the Y, one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women and children – of all ages, incomes and backgrounds – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's health and well-being and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the longstanding relationships and physical presence needed not just to promise, but also to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

Programs: 
  1. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of children and teens
  2. HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
  3. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Giving back and providing support to neighbors

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Sep 24 2019
Active Until: 
Oct 24 2019
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit