Accounts Payable Associate

8a-4:30p, Full-time

Location: Remote/work from home with strong preference for candidates residing within the UPH geographies of Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin. Can also be on-site or Hybrid.

This position is responsible for the accounts payable functions for all entities of UnityPoint Health to ensure prompt and accurate payment to vendors using proper policies and procedures.

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in. Here are just a few:

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

• Utilizes imaging system and verifies invoices are accurately scanned and submitted into accounts payable workflow.
• Electronically routes invoices for approval per established policies.
• Accepts and processes electronic invoices in accordance to policies and procedures.
• Participates in payment processing including check printing and electronic payments ensuring prompt payment of invoices featuring discounts.
• Communicates with vendors, Accounting, Purchasing, and other internal and external stakeholders.
• Researches vendor invoice and payment issues.
• Verifies vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.
• Review of vendor credit balances and refunds to ensure timely resolution.
• Assist with governmental reporting (i.e. 1099's).
• Aids with Internal and External third party audits of Accounts Payable information.
• Engages in process and system automation improvements.
• Adheres to proper internal controls to prevent significant errors and irregularities related to the assets of the organization
• Ensures compliance with company policies & procedures.
• Other initiatives as assigned

Education:

• Associates Degree in business administration or equivalent combination of education and experience (one year of experience equals one year of education).

Experience:

• A minimum of one year related experience.
• Experience with Lawson Enterprise Software Accounts Payable is preferred.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office Suites.
• Strong verbal/written communication skills.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs.