Accounts Payable Specialist at CDS Life Transitions in Webster, MA

CDS Life Transitions is a world-class organization that provides opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead independent and fulfilling lives in their community.

At CDS Life Transitions we value our Employees by offering:
Paid time off for Full and Part Time Employees (including your Birthday!) Vacation time, Personal time and Sick Time Accruals!
Affordable health care coverage including health, dental, vision, starting as low as $10.00/month
We invest in your Health! Get paid to stay healthy through our Employee Wellness Program.
Tuition Reimbursement
Generous Employee referral program
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Overview:
This position processes and pays vendor invoices and maintains vendor files.
Essential Job Functions
Obtain proper documentation for vendor files: new vendor form, W-9, and are Valenz compliant
Compare and ensure accuracy of invoices to purchase orders in terms of pricing, terms of payment and other changes
Ensure purchase orders and invoices have proper approvals
Ensure invoices are coded to proper account, including allocations
Ensure all invoices have been processed for month-end close timely and accurately
Balance accounts payable general ledger account to accounts payable aging monthly
Balance inventory control payable general ledger account to inventory control payable aging monthly
Review open invoices to ensure the receipt of purchase orders and the recording of the associated liabilities timely
Process invoices for payments according to terms of payment
Responsible for weekly check run and recording cash disbursements in checkbooks
Ensure proper internal controls to avoid duplicate payments
Responsible for the filing of paid invoices timely and accurately
Process credit card statements and obtain proper receipts and documentation
Ensure advances/prepayments are returned and recorded according to policy
Resolve outstanding checks timely
Follow Accounts Payable Policies and Procedures and ensure compliance
All other duties as assigned
Required Academic and Experience Requirements
Associates Degree in Accounting or a minimum of 2 years related experience
Ability to use financial accounting software (excel spreadsheets, computerized Accounts Payable system)
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to work independently
Ability to handle multiple assignments and consistently meet deadlines
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must meet applicable Vehicle Operator Requirements
Preferred Academic and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
Minimum of 5 years related experience

CDS Life Transitions is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, military or veteran status, gender expression and/or identity, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.