Accounts Payable Clerk

 Position Summary: This Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for supporting day-to-day accounts payable functions and helping ensure invoices, payments, and financial records are processed accurately and timely.

Essential Duties: 

• Receive, review, code, and enter invoices for payment.
• Verify invoices for accuracy and appropriate authorization.
• Process vendor payments according to established schedules and procedures.
• Maintain accurate accounts payable records and supporting documentation.
• Reconcile vendor statements and research discrepancies.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve payment issues.
• Assist with check processing, ACH payments, and other payment methods.
• Maintain organized electronic and paper records.
• Assist with month-end reconciliation and reporting as needed.
• Communicate with department managers regarding invoices, approvals, and payment status.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial and employee information.
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Education/Experience Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional accounting or business education preferred.
• Three to five years of accounts payable, bookkeeping, or related accounting experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable practices and basic accounting principles.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and accounting or financial software.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and meet established deadlines.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Position Requirements

This position requires the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, professionalism, and timely completion of assigned responsibilities.

We offer a competitive salary (DOE), Paid Time Off, Extended Illness Bank, retirement plan, medical/dental/vision plan, cancer insurance, short-term disability insurance, accident insurance, Basic Life insurance paid by the hospital, critical illness insurance, and employee discount programs.

SMH is An Equal Opportunity Employer--M/F/D/V and a Drug/Tobacco Free Workplace.