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Southwest Transplant Alliance

Accounts Payable Specialist

Southwest Transplant Alliance, Dallas

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At STA, we believe our superpower is our people. It is no accident that our values are rooted in saving lives through organ and tissue donation. This role is focused on growing, looking for a different way to drive our mission and sustaining the best OPO in the country.

The Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for handling Finance mail, scanning and routing invoices, and completing payments for processing according to policy and procedures of STA. The Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for journal entries and reconciliations and various month end tasks. This job function includes answering phone calls, as well as coordinating written correspondence as needed.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

Receive and review incoming invoices for accuracy and completeness

Perform invoice and general-ledger data entry coding for payments

Communicate with vendors regarding invoice discrepancies, payment inquiries, and resolution of payment issues

Maintain positive relationships with vendors, ensuring timely and accurate payments

Prepare and process payments, including checks, ACH transfers, and electronic payments, in accordance with policies and procedures

Verify payment accuracy and obtain necessary approvals before processing

Reconcile corporate credit card activity and employee expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies

Review and verify expense documentation for employees utilizing corporate credit cards

Maintain organized and up-to-date accounts payable files and documentation

Ensure accurate record-keeping for audit and compliance purposes

Assist in month-end and year-end closing procedures, including accruals and financial reporting

Maintain the air charter transportation activity log

Audit donor hospital bills to conform to contractual rates

Enter 1099 data accurately into financial software. Ensuring that 1099 forms are prepared and distributed to payees by IRS deadline

Provide training and assistance to other departments regarding invoice and expense reimbursements

Assist in streamlining and improving the accounts payable process

Performs other duties as assigned

Compliance:

OSHA CATEGORY DEFINITION: Category 3 - The incumbent in this position has no potential for occupational exposure

The incumbent will have access to confidential material and is required to use discretion with this information and comply with STA Confidentiality policy

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree or equivalent is preferred

Experience in accounts payable

Experience with accounting software and online platforms

Current Drivers license required

Qualifications and Skills:

Excellent oral, written, and documentation skills

Understanding of basic principles of finance, accounting, and bookkeeping

Superb time management skills and detail orientation

Ability to maintain confidentiality of company and partner information

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Ability to develop proficiency in industry-specific software programs

Experience with Microsoft Dynamics preferred

Excellent customer service skills are essential

Must have the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel and to represent the organization publicly

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team required

Ability to cope with high levels of stress and able to handle a heavy workload

Ability to be flexible in a dynamic work environment

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