Accounts Payable Specialist

About the Accounts Payable Specialist position:

Under general supervision of the Manager of Accounts Payable/Bookkeeper, the Accounts Payable Specialist processes payments for all assigned accounts and creates payments to vendors. The Accounts Payable Specialist is also responsible for researching and resolving accounts payable related inquiries and supporting the annual 1099 process.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Receives invoices via AP email or US Mail and transfers invoices into AP Approval Workflow.
2. Codes and inputs vendor invoices into database for eventual payment.
3. Cuts checks, prepares checks for signature, and prepares wires and inter-fund transfers.
4. Research various accounts payable inquiries and resolves on a timely manner.
5. Assists with completion of annual 1099s.
6. Files and processes all other work-related materials regularly.
7. Interacts professionally on a regular basis with staff and the general public.
8. Provides cash for event boxes as needed.
9. Assumes additional responsibilities and performs special projects as needed or directed.

Required Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics:

1. Experience with Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel, and with internet use.
2. High attention to detail, follow-up, self-motivated, well-organized, proactive and solution focused.
3. Ability to maintain established record-keeping system and office procedures.
4. Ability to express self effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
5. Ability to tactfully and effectively deal with public and staff in a personable and professional manner.
6. Ability to work independently with general direction.
7. Maintains a high level of energy and a consistent positive attitude.

Education, Training and/or Experience:

1. High school diploma or GED.
2. Previous experience in Accounts Payable processing.
3. Associate’s degree in business or Accounting preferred.

About the Federation:

The Jewish Federation of Cleveland is the only organization in Cleveland that focuses on the health and vitality of the entire Jewish community. For more than 120 years, the Federation has created the critical scale necessary to drive meaningful social change and provide relief in times of crisis in ways no one person or organization could do alone. As Jewish Cleveland’s hub for innovative solutions and collaborative services, the Federation is able to change and improve lives in Cleveland, Israel, and around the world.

If you are qualified and interested in this exceptional opportunity, please send your resume and cover letter, and apply here.