Accounts Payable Clerk
- Employer
- Providence College
- Location
- Rhode Island, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Jun 28, 2021
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Academic Affairs, Curriculum & Instructional Development, Other Academic Affairs, Business & Administrative Affairs, Financial Affairs
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Job Details
The approximately 105-acre campus is situated in Rhode Island’s capital city and is close to the many cultural and educational offerings of Rhode Island’s “renaissance city.” Additionally, Providence is located an hour from Boston and just a few hours from New York City.
For years, Providence College has been recognized in the U.S. News & World Report “Regional Universities – North Category” and has been commended by several other ranking publications.
Posting Details
Position Title Accounts Payable Clerk Overview
The purpose of this position is to ensure the timely and accurate processing of all Accounts Payable obligations of the College.
Essential Duties:
1. Responsible for performing day to day accounts payable function including reviewing invoices and check requests for proper documentation and approval, performing extensive data entry into accounts payable system, and processing check runs.
2. Maintain paid vendor files in accordance with college policies.
3. Work with internal departments and vendors to obtain W-9 forms and assist with 1099 compliance requirements.
4. Research and respond to vendor and internal inquiries.
5. Assist with researching stale dated checks.
6. Assist with special projects.
Marginal Duties:
1. Perform all other duties as may be required.
Education and Experience Required
• High school education required. Associates degree in accounting preferred.
• 2+ years of accounts payable experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable and database systems required.
• Excellent organizational and communications skills with emphasis on accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and under deadline pressure and to prioritize assignments while juggling multiple tasks in a face paced and high volume environment.
Physical Demands Employee Status Full Time Union Status Non-Union Shift: If other, please enter regular schedule. EEO Statement
Providence College does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, national and ethnic
origin, sex, gender, except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification, sexual orientation,
gender identity, religion, disability, age, veteran status, or genetic information. The College will develop,
and from time to time update, an affirmative action program and will insist on a good-faith effort on the
part of its employees to comply with the program. The College will request and expect its agents and
those with whom it conducts its affairs to meet the commitment of this important program.
Requisition Number AS484P Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Company
Providence College, a primarily undergraduate, liberal arts, Catholic institution of higher education in Rhode Island conducted under the auspices of the Dominican Friars, seeks candidates who can affirm and contribute to its mission. The College is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment that supports all of its students, faculty, and staff. All members of the community share a responsibility for creating, maintaining, and developing a learning experience valuing differences and practicing inclusion. We invite applications from qualified individuals who possess the experience, knowledge, and commitment to work within a diverse learning environment. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Providence College is an equal opportunity employer.
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