Accounts Payable Specialist at Centralus Health in Ithaca, NY

About Cayuga Health Cayuga Health offers patient-centered, comprehensive health services at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca; Schuyler Hospital in Montour Falls; and more than 40 medical offices in the Finger Lakes and Central New York. Cayuga Health employs more than 450 providers from 40+ specialties. Additional services include a neo-natal intensive care unit, a home health care agency, an addiction recovery organization, and a skilled nursing facility.

Cayuga Health is a member of Centralus Health, a community-based integrated delivery system. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to succeed, and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve.

Our commitment to quality personalized care begins with our exceptional team—over 6500 employees strong. At Cayuga Health, you will work in a collaborative environment that values excellence, integrity, compassion and stewardship. Together, we create an environment where empathy, honesty and a dedication to quality thrive, empowering us to make a positive impact on the lives we touch.

We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help our employees grow and thrive. Whether you are just starting your career or taking the next step in healthcare, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of care in our communities.

Learn more at https://www.cayugahealth.org.

Summary: Responsible for ensuring that invoices are paid in an efficient, accurate, and timely manner according to established Centralus policies and accounting procedures.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Effectively use the hospital's ERP system (Workday) and electronic invoice system (GHX).
• Invoice processing for Centralus Health System (Cayuga & Arnot)
• Maintain GHX queue on a regular weekly basis, including escalating exceptions and invoices stuck in draft status.
• Preparing and managing all aspects of accounts payable processing; including checks, ACH payments; maintaining electronic filing systems, as well as working supplier statements and AP emails on a daily basis.
• Investigating and resolving past due accounts timely, including communication with suppliers, the reviewing of supplier statements for open credits, and working internally with Centralus leaders to resolve open issues.
• Effectively using centralized email account to accurately maintain relevant departmental information and ensure the entire AP team can assist with questions from any supplier or internal customer.
• Responsible for answering the centralized AP phone when onsite to assist with any questions from supplier and internal customers.
• Maintain accuracy and productivity to keep up with the daily volume of invoice input.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Works in a team-oriented manner
• Is flexible in assuming other appropriate responsibilities not noted above.

Required Skills and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED - Required
• Minimum of one year of employment experience in an accounting/business environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Outlook and Excel
• Licensure - N/A

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Previous accounts payable experience - Preferred

Physical Requirements:

• 90% sitting 10% standing

Location, Travel and Shift Requirements:

• Hybrid / Onsite at 99 Dates Drive. Ithaca, NY.

Pay Range Disclosure:

• Standard Rate of $20.00 - $25.00 per hour plus benefits

Centralus and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Centralus Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@cayugahealth.org.