Accounts Payable Specialist
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onMiddleground Drive Southeast, Kentwood, Kent County, Michigan, 49546, United States
About the Role
The Accounts Payable Specialist is a vital part of our financial operations team, ensuring the organization's accounts payable functions run accurately, timely, and efficiently. This role serves as a bridge between internal departments and external vendors, managing the lifecycle of invoices, expense reports, and payments. You will work closely with the team to resolve discrepancies, maintain positive vendor relationships, and support the overall financial health of the cooperative.
In this position, you will not only process payments and reconcile accounts but also contribute to daily administrative operations. From managing document filing and team inbox coordination to assisting with equipment purchases and tracking assets, you will play a key role in keeping our financial and administrative workflows smooth. Your work directly supports our mission and the seven cooperative principles that guide our community spirit.
Work Environment
CU*Answers operates in a professional office building setting. While some assignments are conducted primarily within the office, others may involve moderate to extensive travel. We are committed to working with employees to reasonably accommodate the physical aspects of the position. The role requires regular and predictable attendance, with the ability to stand, sit, and use standard office equipment including computers, telephones, and printers.
Equal Opportunity & Culture
CU*Answers is an Equal Opportunity Employer that supports the unique perspectives and experiences of all employees. We foster a collaborative community spirit and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable laws.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental disabilities unless doing so would cause an undue hardship. If you require an accommodation to perform your job or the application process, please notify us in writing within 180 days of knowing the need.
Employment Notice
Employment at CU*Answers is on an at-will basis, unless otherwise stated in a written individual employment agreement. This job description serves as a guideline to define the position and is not intended to be a contract for employment.
Work location
Work model: On-site
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Accounts Payable, Bookkeeping, General Accounting, Accounting Principles, Business Central, Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, Word.
Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience required.
Frequently asked questions about Accounts Payable Specialist at CU*Answers
What does a Accounts Payable Specialist at CU*Answers do?expand_more
A Accounts Payable Specialist at CU*Answers is responsible for the following: Process and reconcile invoices, expense reports, and vendor payments; Verify vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and transactions; Update outstanding balances with credit memos and manage employee expense payments; and Maintain historical records of invoices, receipts, and reports on the network.
What are the requirements for this Accounts Payable Specialist role?expand_more
CU*Answers is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience; 1–2 years of office experience with a focus on accounts payable, bookkeeping, or general accounting functions; Knowledge of basic accounting principles and accounts payable procedures; Experience working with accounting and expense management software; experience with Business Central preferred; and Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word.
Where is the Accounts Payable Specialist role at CU*Answers located?expand_more
Accounts Payable Specialist at CU*Answers is based in Middleground Drive Southeast, Kentwood, Kent County, Michigan, 49546, United States. This is a on-site role.