The Accounts Payable Specialist coordinates and processes purchase orders, invoices, check requests and reimbursements for the DGSOM Dean's Office. S/he ensures that expenses are in compliance with regulatory and policy requirements.ResponsibilitiesReview, verify, prepare and process invoices and check and reimbursement requestsReview, assemble, input, and supervise credit card statements, employee expenditure records and incoming bills for the required documentation before payment is madeEnsure that all payments are made to comply with regulatory requirements and University policyMaintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with University policy and accepted accounting practicesEnsure accurate G/L coding for the befitting expense accountsMonitor accounts to ensure payments are up to dateReceives, researches and resolves a variety of routine internal and external inquiries concerning account status, including communicating the resolution of discrepancies to appropriate persons.Communicate with vendors and internal customers and respond to inquiriesResearch and resolve invoice discrepancies and issuesPrepare regular reports of the activities of accounts payableCollaborate with DGSOM unit directors and heads of departments to obtain consent on appropriate expensesProvide both internal as well as external customer services in an effectual and cost-effective mannerProvide the supervisor with necessary suggestions to continuously improve and streamline processesAssist with other accounting duties and projects as neededQualificationsBA/BS with a major in a related field and two years of experience in accounting operations or administrative analysis requiredRequired SkillsKnowledge of and current hands-on experience with fund accounting and regulatory compliance preferredStrong organizational and time management skillsStrong analytical problem solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis and multi-tasking skillsThorough knowledge of applicable accounts payable/general ledger systems and procedures, financial chart of accounts and corporate proceduresAbility to communicate effectively, collaboratively and professionallyTeam player with a strong desire to learn new skills#J-18808-Ljbffr