Accounts payable specialist

Part-time, 20/24 hours

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for ensuring all invoices, requisitions and purchase orders are recorded accurately and paid in a timely manner, while also maintaining the corporate card program. This position will also organize and maintain vendor files and assist with other general duties related to payments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Functional duties:
    Coordinates and processes the payment of all invoices, requisitions and expense reports in a timely manner, while also coordinating the purchase order process and overseeing the campus credit card accounts. Ensures that all required paperwork and approvals are in order prior to processing payments. Handles all tax related forms and may be involved in the compliance audit as necessary.
  • Other:
    Handles all other tasks as assigned

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties of this job.

Minimum:

  • 1-3 years of experience related to the duties and responsibilities specified above. Individual must have attention to detail, manage confidential information and have experience with quality customer service.

Preferred:

  • 3-5 years of experience in business or accounting related fields. Effective interpersonal skills with proven ability to manage multiple tasks along with a commitment to service. Excellent interpersonal skills and communication (verbal and written) and ability to maintain confidentiality.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands and/or work environment encountered by the employee while performing the essential responsibilities of this job must be met with or without reasonable accommodations. Reasonable accommodations will be considered and implemented when possible to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities of this position. Typical office conditions. Frequent use of computer. Mobility required within the office complex and trips to outside offices and off campus for information gathering and delivery.

DIVERSITY & FAITH COMMITMENT:
Bluffton University expects all employees to show respect in the workplace and not to base business decisions on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other status protected by law. As a religious institution, Bluffton University encourages respectful consideration of the Christian Faith.

APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Applications are considered complete when the following materials are received at the office indicated below:

Send application materials to:
Art Woodruff
VP of Fiscal Affairs
Bluffton University
1 University Drive
Bluffton, OH 45817-2104

woodruffa@bluffton.edu 
419-358-3320

Employment decisions are based on merit and university needs, and not on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other status protected by law. As a religious institution, Bluffton University expressly reserves its rights to appoint faculty and staff who share a commitment to the Christian faith which is consistent with the Mennonite/Anabaptist beliefs of the university’s founding and supporting church. EOE.
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