James Madison University ยท 12 hours ago
Administrative Assistant - Accounts Payable
Harrisonburg, VA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$42K/yr - $45K/yrJames Madison University (JMU) is a vibrant, welcoming community dedicated to supporting its employees and preparing students for a bright future. The Administrative Assistant for Accounts Payable will serve as the primary point of contact for incoming calls and visitors, manage documentation, and support various administrative functions within the department.
AssociationNon Profit
Responsibilities
Serves as the primary point of contact for incoming calls and visitors
Date stamps and distributes all incoming mail and documentation
Serves as a liaison from the Accounts Payable office for the University and suppliers researching and resolving problems
Performs routine office support activities (e.g. delivering mail, greeting public) is customer services oriented
Serves as the primary individual handling all document imaging for proper record management
Maintains filing system
Serves as audit backup for batches keyed to ensure accurate data
Creates Purchase Orders and makes all departmental purchases with a university credit card along with reconciliation
Supports the Manager of Accounts Payable and provides assistance to our team members
Qualification
Required
High level of professionalism
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Demonstrates excellent customer service
Excellent organizational, quantitative, written and verbal skills
Ability to work under pressure, efficiently prioritize, meet deadlines, and process high volumes of requests
Ability to handle confidential information appropriately
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Outlook and Excel
Preferred
Experience working with PeopleSoft's Finance, OnBase, ePAR, AIM, and the eVA online procurement system, or a demonstrated ability to learn new systems quickly
Benefits
Generous Leave: Enjoy paid vacation, sick leave, parental leave, community service leave, and 19 paid holidays annually.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access high-quality health insurance options that fit your needs.
Retirement Options: Plan for your future with retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System.
Employee Well-Being: Our Balanced Dukes program promotes wellness and work-life integration through resources, events, and support.
Tuition Waiver Program: Advance your education with our tuition waiver program for undergraduate and graduate courses taken at JMU.
Company
James Madison University
James Madison University offers programs on the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels with its primary emphasis on the undergraduate student.
Founded in 1908Harrisonburg, Virginia, USA
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Johnny Ginnity, SES, FACHE
University Lecturer--CEO
Caroline Shelly
Co-founder and President of SMAD Club
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