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George Fox University

Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist

George Fox University, Newberg, Oregon, United States, 97132

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About The Job George Fox University's Finance Department is seeking a detail oriented team player to serve as the Accounts Payable Specialist. As a George Fox employee, the Accounts Payable Specialist will truly Be Known while having the opportunity to be a part of an outstanding team that plays an essential role in keeping our community running smoothly.

The Accounts Payable Specialist position is a great opportunity to grow accounting skills while helping to streamline the accounts payable process here at George Fox. As part of this position, the Accounts Payable Specialist will focus on data entry, vendor statement reconciliations and completion of weekly check and ACH payment batches. The Specialist will also welcome visitors into the Finance department.

Job Responsibilities Includes, But Are Not Limited To

Processing invoices, check requests, expense reports, and completed purchase orders for payment by check or ACH (50%).

Recording and reconciling vendor statements as well as transactions from Concur expense reporting and VISA credit cards (15%).

Providing support for AP Supervisor which may include research and analysis of vendor accounts (15%)

Generating Student Refund checks for Financial Aid (10%).

Cross training to support other areas in the Finance department (10%).

Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.

By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.

Demonstrated experience working cross culturally with respect, appreciation and humility.

Other duties as assigned.

A Day In The Life Of This Position The Accounts Payable specialist completes a variety of daily tasks relating to the entry and reconciliation of weekly check and/or ACH runs. They may receive questions from both internal and external sources to be researched and answered. Weekly and monthly tasks include recording wires and transfer activity, reconciling vendor accounts and completing research and/or analysis as requested by the Accounts Payable Supervisor.

We're Looking For Candidates Who Have

A High School Diploma and/or 0-3 years of related experience.

Experience with Excel and are detail oriented & accurate.

An aptitude for general office work.

Good teamwork skills, initiative and are dependable.

Integrity & discretion in handling confidential information.

The ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing, including on telephone, and to understand and follow instructions.

Legal authorization to work in the United States. This position does not offer visa sponsorship; therefore, only applicants who do not require sponsorship for employment visas, now or at any point in the future, should apply.

A commitment to the University's Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity.

A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith.

A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Preference will be given to those who have the following attributes

Any additional education in accounting or a related field.

Experience with PeopleSoft.

Good working knowledge of batch processing ERP software.

Prior office experience - general, accounts receivable or accounts payable.

Job Information

Hours Per Week: 40 hours per week (1.0 FTE)

Primary Work Location: Newberg Campus

Working Conditions: Physical requirements are those of a normal office environment.

Supervisor: Accounts Payable Supervisor

About George Fox University George Fox University has been transforming student's lives for over 125 years. We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students. Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the university's mission as described in the Statement of Faith and Community Lifestyle Statement on our website. As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities. In seeking to become a more inclusive community, we especially encourage applications from women and candidates from racial and ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented in our community.

What is most appealing about working at George Fox University?

Faith-friendly: Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating scriptures, praying with staff members and students at work, and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.

Unapologetically Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God's Word.

Live out your calling: You are able to use your God-given talents and abilities while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.

Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings, at which they will be able to glorify the kingdom of God just as they have seen you do.

For Your Personal Well-being We Offer

A strong Christian vision and mission-led organization with opportunities for your growth and contributions.

Wonderful Christian peers and a vibrant student population.

A beautiful, peaceful campus environment with areas to walk and coffee shops and restaurants close by.

Free Fitness Center membership.

Free parking.

Rich employee benefit package for eligible positions. Click here for more information!

*Flexible work arrangements available (For employees approved to work remotely outside of Oregon and Washington, employment will be facilitated through our employer of record partner whose benefits package and eligibility requirements differ from that of George Fox University).

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy The university is an equal-opportunity employer. Every employee has the right to work in surroundings free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to make decisions about applicants and employees without regard to sex, age, race, color, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status to the extent prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal law. This prohibition applies not only to the recruiting and hiring process but to all facets of the employment relationship, including promotion, pay, training, classification, performance reviews, discipline, and termination. George Fox is owned by the Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends Church and its mission is distinctly Christian. Employees are required to agree with and abide by the university's faith statement and its statement of community responsibilities. Within the context of this agreement and commitment, employment opportunities are otherwise available to all persons on the basis of their experience and skills. In the recruiting process, the university may make special effort to solicit applicants from underrepresented groups. This is done as an affirmative step to increase the representation of these populations in the university's workforce to better match their availability in the labor market. Hiring decisions are based on the applicants' qualifications as they relate to the needs of the position.

Salary: $42419 - $54349 per year

Seniority level

Entry level

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Full-time

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