Accounts Payable Specialist (9806)

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Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant.

LSF is looking for a talentedAccounts Payable Specialist who wants to make an impact in the lives of others.

This position is temporary (until December 31st, 2024) with the possibility of becoming permanent.

Purpose and Impact:

Responsible for timely and accurate processing of many accounts payable processing functions of the agencys fiscal department.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare, compile and sort documents for high output data entry.
• Verify all invoices submitted for payment have proper documentation, appropriate level approval and review, including accurate chart of account numbers.
• Resolve any problems/concerns on invoices with appropriate accounting staff.
• Liquidate encumbrances for invoices with relevant PO.
• Enter data from source documents into Accounting Software and PO system.
• Assist A/P Manager with accounts payable problem/concerns with vendors and programs.
• Store completed documents in designated locations.
• Adhoc reports as needed.

Other Functions:

• Verify accuracy of data entered prior to review.
• Assist with special projects as assigned by Manager.
• Assist with maintaining electronic and paper files of paid invoices and check copies.

Physical Requirements:

Able to sit for long periods at a time at the computer.

Education:

High school diploma or GED required. Associate degree or post-secondary courses in accounting-related field preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an Accounts Payable role preferably in a high-volume environment.
• Experience with PO system.

Skills:

• Accurate 10 key by touch. Minimum 80 WPM keying capability.
• Basic knowledge of debits, credits as well as knowledge of relationships between accounts.
• Minimum intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, and general ledger software package.
• Ability to work well with others is imperative.
• Discretion in handling what may be sensitive and/or confidential information is required.
• Ability to work well with limited supervision.
• Ability to multi-task in a high paced environment.
• Open to change and willing to learn new skills.

Other:

• Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service populations cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Reports to Accounts Payable Manager.
• Process invoice payments in a timely fashion.
• Adherence to agency policies and management practices.
• Team player with co-workers and program staff.

Why work for LSF?

LSF offers 60 programs across the state of Florida serving a wide range of populations in need.?Mission Drivenstaff members become part of the LSF community while transforming the lives ofthose in need. Our staff additionally findgrowthopportunitiesas they explore areas of interest within the?organization.?

Amazing benefits package including:

• Medical, dental and vision
• Teladoc (24/7 access to doctors)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Long-term disability
• Employer paid life insurance (1X salary), AD&D
• Health and dependent care FSA
• 13 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
• Generous PTO policy
• 403(b) Retirement plan with 3% discretionary employer match
• Tuition reimbursement

Lutheran Services Florida embraces diversity, equity and inclusion in all business practices. LSF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.