Liberty University ยท 13 hours ago
Accounts Payable Processor I
Lynchburg, VA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelLiberty University is seeking an Accounts Payable Processor I to perform various accounts payable functions including recording invoices and maintaining accurate payable account records. The role involves collaborating with internal departments and external vendors to ensure efficient processing of payments.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Works well with internal departments and external vendorsโtaking ownership and responsibility for desk tasks to ensure that business agreements are carried through
Works proficiently in BuyLU procurement system and Banner finance system. Adaptability to updates and assist in the assurance of correct usage of software across multiple departments
Manages BuyLU queues to ensure workflow efficiency. In instances of delay, follow through to ensure timely solutions. Bring awareness to the team and team leaders on common occurrences of concern/improvements
Receives and verifies invoices from Liberty University suppliers. Research the information provided further to verify the companyโs responsibility to service/good
Analyzes and checks for completeness and accuracy of invoices, ability to identify discrepancies, determine and implement corrective action, encumbrance designation, and application of payment descriptions and categories
Understands and applies basic accounting principles relating to accounts payable, including payment reconciliation, account code structure, internal controls, and purchase order and encumbrance accounting
Analyzes general ledger accounts and prepare correcting journal voucher entries as needed
Assists with assembling daily check-runs for accountant signature. Collaborate to ensure urgent requests are accomplished. Assist in collaboration to ensure past approvals align with service/goods being paid
Assists AP Analysts, Supervisors, or Managers with research or responses to annual audits or other special/emergent projects; other duties as assigned outside the normal daily operations
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or equivalent
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Excel, and Word
Analytical, problem solving, and excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of project teams; ability to respond to dynamic and time-sensitive requirements in a professional way
Ability to articulate and defend the unique Christian educational mission and vision of Liberty University and its subsidiaries to a wide variety of individuals and groups
Individual must not be in default on any federal student or parent loan
Individual must not be convicted of, or pled nolo contendere or guilty to, a crime involving the acquisition, use, or expenditure of federal, state, or local government funds, -or- be administratively or judicially determined to have committed fraud or any other material violation of law involving federal, state, or local government funds (CFR 668.14(b)(18)(i))
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well articulated information
Ability to communicate in a professional and Christ-like manner, resolving issues with an attitude of courtesy and respect
Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University to a variety of business and community customers and associates
Display self-motivation and multi-tasking skills
Possess excellent listening and discerning skills
Strong organizational skills
Excellent computer skills
Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature
Frequently required to sit for extended periods of time to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard
Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally
Occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the building
Occasionally required to handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business
Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds
Preferred
Previous Customer Service experience
Associates Degree in Accounting
Fluent in Spanish or American Sign Language
Company
Liberty University
Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Lynchburg, Va., Liberty University has been ๐๐ณ๐ข๐ช๐ฏ๐ช๐ฏ๐จ ๐๐ฉ๐ข๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ช๐ฐ๐ฏ๐ด ๐ง๐ฐ๐ณ ๐๐ฉ๐ณ๐ช๐ด๐ต ๐ด๐ช๐ฏ๐ค๐ฆ 1971.
Founded in 1971Lynchburg, VA, US
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ikenna Nwobu
CEO Summit African President
Daniel Hembree
Lead Project Manager & Co-Founder | Liberty University Rocketry Competition Team
Company data provided by crunchbase