Accounts Payable Specialist - Located in Aspen, CO
Company: Aspen Valley Hospital
Location: Aspen
Posted on: August 7, 2022
Job Description:
Company Overview:Embrace the adventure of a career at Aspen
Valley Hospital. Aspen Valley Hospital is a twenty-five-bed
community hospital that represents the best of two worlds - the
warmth and friendliness of a small town and the technical expertise
of a major medical center. Our Award-Winning Hospital, nestled in
the heart of Aspen, CO, includes a team of more than 500 people
dedicated to making a difference for our patients, families, and
community. Nationally we are recognized for providing some of the
most exceptional patient care of any hospital across the
country.AVH supports vaccinations as the evidence-based and most
effective means for our community and country to put COVID-19
behind us and to avoid unnecessary hospitalizations and deaths. In
order to better care for our community, as of 10/31/21, AVH
requires COVID-19 Vaccination for all Staff.This Position
Offers:Highly competitive pay, excellent benefits package, being
part of a very cohesive & supportive team, and four of North
America's top ski resorts at your doorstep.Job Overview:Handles all
functions related to Accounts Payable. Provides support to all
members of the Finance Department as needed. Works closely with all
members of the Finance Department to ensure the smooth flow of
operations.Primary Scope of Responsibilities:
- Process invoices supported by purchase orders, assign invoice
numbers to purchase orders. Reviews the invoices to prevent
duplicate payments, to ensure proper amounts are paid and the
correct accounts are coded. Follows up with Material Management to
determine the reasons for the discrepancies and how to remediate in
Meditech.
- Create and post scheduled payments. Notify the Controller when
A/P is ready for check printing. Distributes and mails A/P
checks.
- Manage all aspects of Accounts Payable. This includes
understanding recurring payments and the operating and leasing
agreements that support such payments. Investigate issues or
concerns and responds promptly.
- Evaluate invoices that lack purchase order documentation.
Forward invoices to Department Managers for authorization and
general ledger assignment. Once approved, processes these invoices
in the Meditech System.
- Distribute mail to appropriate members of the Finance
Department on a daily basis. Open and sort mail relevant to
Accounts Payable.
- Demonstrate ability to maintain policies, procedures and
systems. Understand the importance of confidential information and
the consequences for violating such confidentiality.
- Participate in continuous quality improvement of the Finance
Department, including further automation of accounting
functions.
- Make trips to the bank and Post Office as needed.
- Assist in other areas of the Finance Department as needed.
- Review batch report after the information is entered in
Meditech. The review includes: general ledger account, invoice
number, invoice address, invoice date and amount. After the batch
is reviewed, it is sent to the Controller for final approval and
posting.
- Responsible for A/P month end deadlines. This includes
canceling old POs (approved by managers), recurring expiration
review, renew and on-hold invoices report.Minimum Qualifications &
Requirements:
- Knowledge of accounting principles preferred
- Entry level general book keeping preferred
- 2 years of A/P experience preferredBenefits & Compensation:
Hire-in rates of pay are based upon the relevance of years of
experience, education and certifications. Our talent acquisition
team will help you understand how your direct experience will be
considered.Pay range for new hires: $21.91 - $28.51/hrOur
comprehensive benefits package includes generous Paid Time Off,
Health Insurance within your first 30 days, and retirement, all of
which can be viewed here.Required
Keywords: Aspen Valley Hospital, Aspen , Accounts Payable Specialist - Located in Aspen, CO, Other , Aspen, Colorado
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