AP Accountant

Morehouse School Of Medicine • Remote (MD, United States) • $200k - $250k / year • 3w ago

Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) is a place of distinction, serving as the nation’s leading academic medical center for vulnerable populations. It’s also a place for passionate individuals looking to join a dedicated community working today to help prepare tomorrow’s leaders.

We exist to:

Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities;
Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce;
Address primary health care through programs in education, research, and service;

With emphasis on people of color and the under-served urban and rural populations in Georgia, the nation, and the world.

At Morehouse School of Medicine, we’re leading the creation and advancement of health equity. You will find a fulfilling career at MSM!

Posting Number: NONAC3422

Job Title: AP Accountant

Position Type: Full-time

Department: MHC Business Office

Position Summary: Morehouse Healthcare has an immediate need for an Accounts Payable Accountant. This is a full-time hybrid role that will manage the accounts payable process. While the position is based in the Atlanta Metropolitan Area, remote work flexibility is available.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Accounts Payable

Records and verifies all invoices for Morehouse Healthcare Inc. is coding correctly in the system.
Pay invoices in a timely manner.
Validates there is sufficient funding in the appropriate prior to the actual purchase.
Manage the aging report.
Reconciles to the general ledger liability accounts.
Creates month-end journal entry.
Print and mail checks.
Maintain sufficient documentation for checks.
Files the documentation for the invoices and/or upload documentation in the appropriate system.
Communicates with vendors and departments.
Setup new accounts and obtains appropriate documentation.
Sends vendors the appropriate tax documents at year-end.
Prepares month-end journal entries.
Reconciles vendor statements and reviews and verifies source documents used in the accounting process.
Maintains and controls assigned accounts.
Processes accounts payable transactions in accordance with the Institution’s prescribed policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, preferably in accounting. Degree must be from a regionally accredited college or university.

Experience:

Minimum of two (2) years of accounting experience.
Finance and Accounting skills.
Experience in Invoice Processing and Invoicing.
Managing Multiple Locations and Departments.
Proficiency in Excel, financial software, and systems.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

Job Duties:

Pre-Employment/Employment Requirements

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements:

It is MSM’s Immunization policy that all Prospective Employees are required to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment. If employment will commence during Flu Season, MSM requires all individuals to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless granted an exemption. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain an exemption from MSM will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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