Accounts Payable Processor

Centennial Mental Health Center
Sterling, IL



Full-time

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Accurately receive and code invoices and issue payments (either check or ACH) for all vendors in a timely manner. Complete advanced and specialized accounting assignments, as needed. Performs duties with minimal supervision and guidance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Sort, code and prepare invoices for payment.
  • Assemble, review and verify invoices and check requests to ensure accuracy, legitimacy and presence of all required approvals and supporting documentation.
  • Prepare and enter vouchers into the accounting system.
  • Meet department standards of invoice entry within 24-36 hours of receipt.
  • Troubleshoot and research invoice issues including outstanding credits, open invoices, invoices pending approval, etc. (Resolve vendor invoice issues within 72 hours of identification).
  • Process outgoing payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures.
  • Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure that all bills and payments are accounted for and properly posted.
  • Verify and investigate discrepancies, if any, by reconciling vendor accounts and monthly vendor statements.
  • Ensure accounts payable vendor files are accurate and up to date.
  • Serve as key contact for staff for all AP and Expense reimbursements and inquiries.
  • Establish and maintain effective, collaborative working relationships with Center employees and outside agencies with which the Center is involved.
  • Create and maintain documents in electronic format for processing and storage purposes.
  • Provide assistance within the Finance Department to other financial positions, as needed.
  • Complete statistical reports and special projects as required.
  • Provide supporting documentation for audits.
  • Maintain accurate historical records
  • Maintain sufficient knowledge of accounting practices to complete duties efficiently.
  • Maintain and follow written procedures for each task or responsibility and update procedures as necessary.
  • Perform other job duties as assigned.

Requirements

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma or GED required. Associates degree in Business Administration or related field preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

  • Preferred two years working experience performing AP duties in an office setting.
  • Experience using Microsoft products.
  • Demonstrates mastery of progressively more complex tasks.
  • Demonstrates skill level in field working independently with minimal supervision.

ABILITIES, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS:

  • Must be detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Flexible and adaptable to change, with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines in a fast-paced office environment. Demonstrates initiative and is self-motivated.
  • Communication skills must be effective and courteous, requiring high integrity when dealing with restricted and/or highly confidential information.
  • Knowledge of accounting and business practices.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to continuous skill development to competently serve individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds.

Salary Description

$18.51 - $21.30/hr

Posted 2025-09-14

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