Senior Representative - Accounts Payable

JOB TITLESenior Representative - Accounts Payable POSITION SUMMARYThe Accounts Payable lead will be highly experienced, and detail orientated working in a high volume, fast-paced environment supporting multiple healthcare locations.  This role is responsible for supporting accounts payable staff, facilitating customer service, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in healthcare AP processes and a commitment to process optimization. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS•    Team leadership: train and mentor AP Rep staff on AP systems and protocols, support invoice coding to the general ledger and provide guidance on issue resolution. Ensure daily operations and processing deadlines are met.•    Serve as a subject matter expert, providing clear expectations and using standardized process with AP staff to ensure accuracy, consistency and best-in class service delivery.•    Reconcile vendor statements and resolve complex discrepancies. Collaborate with healthcare staff and procurement department.•    Prepare and analyze AP aging reports, RNI support with monthly meetings, and month-end accruals.•    Streamline processes, identify bottlenecks and assist in implementing or upgrading systems or policies.•    Performs additional tasks or projects as assigned.•    Manages workload and ensures efficient operations by utilizing corporate, regional, departmental and regulatory policies and procedures while making independent decisions and ensures adherence to those policies.Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Atlas Healthcare with excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core values each and every day. NOTE: The essential functions are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented as outlined by the incumbent's immediate manager.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED required.  Requires proficiency typically attained with equivalent combination of education and experience of 5-7 years in accounting, finance, accounts payable, accounts receivable or related field within a large organizationStrong working knowledge of mathematics and general office procedures required. Must have professional computer proficiency with a working knowledge of various desktop software including high proficiency in Microsoft Excel and proficiency with 10-key calculator. Exceptional attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and communication skills. The individual is expected to maintain a calm and professional demeanor, work independently and be able to maintain highly confidential data. Highly effective communication and organizational skills are essential. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSAssociate’s degree in accounting, finance or business preferred; document management, file creation and accounts payable experience preferred; Healthcare experience preferred; working knowledge of Envi procurement software and Oracle software accounts payable module is highly preferred. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORS•    Requires extensive sitting with periodic standing and walking.•    May be required to lift up to 20 pounds.•    Requires significant use of computer, phone and general office equipment.•    Needs adequate visual acuity, ability to grasp and handle objects.•    Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone.•    May require off-site travel SCOPE AND COMPLEXITYThe incumbent must complete a variety of requests within specific time requirements that satisfy the demands of multiple departments, facilities, vendors and system wide accountabilities. The incumbent must make independent decisions within the department outlined polices and resolve complex problems. Incumbent must independently reconcile multiple vendor statements, overseeing the processing of large volume of invoices, provide daily analysis and resolution for unmatched invoices, and work closely with materials management to resolve invoice/P.O. discrepancies. The incumbent is expected to provide excellent customer service; identify company and/or regulatory compliance issues when appropriate to resolve problems. Confers with supervisor on unusual situations. Internal interactions are with all levels of employee through senior management. External interactions are with vendors, independent contractors, etc.