Accounts Payable Specialist

Founded in 1966, Friendship offers diverse senior living accommodations, award-winning care, new and innovative services, as well as specialized rehab and therapy, to over 1,500 residents and patients each day. With four campuses, the earliest dating back to 1919, Friendship has grown to offer the full continuum of care, including independent living, assisted living, home care, outpatient therapy, inpatient rehab, long-term care and Alzheimer’s and memory care. As a non-profit, Friendship provides a caring community to serve a wide-range of residents including those with limited financial means. Visit friendship.us for more information.

Friendship is looking for a Full Time Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Business Office team at our Hershberger Road campus.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Reviewing all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to making payment
• Reconcile credit card with monthly statement and receipts
• Reconcile vendor statements, research, and correct discrepancies
• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding accounts payable items
• Maintain files accurately, in accordance with Company policy and accepted accounting practices
• Maintain vendor database to ensure accurate 1099 reporting
• Must be able to follow standard filing procedures
• Ensure all transactions are complete, accurate and processed by the appropriate deadlines
• Properly file and maintain records for all transactions in preparation for audit
• Other projects as needed

Qualifications:

• Must have excellent attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks to ensure deadlines are met
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Knowledge of accounting software, Prior experience with SAGE Software preferred
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook is required
• Ability to interact with associates and vendors in a professional manner
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
• Strong problem solving, research, and resolution skills
• Thorough knowledge of Accounts Payables systems and processes

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma is required, Associate’s Degree and/or college courses in accounting preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Accounts Payable is required

  Work Environment

This position reports to the Accounting Manager and has no direct reports.

Work place is typical office environment with normal office hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Overtime may be needed to meet month end deadlines.

This position does not qualify for remote work.  All work duties will be performed at our office on Hershberger Road.  At this time, there are no anticipated travel requirements with this position.

Benefits for full time positions include:

• 401(k) retirement plan along with employer match
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Education Assistance
• Voluntary insurance (additional life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness, short term disability)
• Employee Assistance Program

Friendship values diversity. We are committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, or service in the military.