Accounts Payable Specialist I

As part of a high-volume Accounts Payable team, performs timely and efficient accounts payable invoice verification, entry, general ledger coding, payments, and reconciliations. Performs variety of clerical accounting duties involved in the preparation, maintenance, and processing of accounting records and financial transactions. Accurately and consistently applies standard and established accounting practices.

General Description of Duties:

• Responsible for the entry of all invoices in a timely manner.
• Effectively perform data entry, file maintenance, and follow up on vendor accounts
• Assist with reconciling the monthly Accounts Payable subledger to the General Ledger
• Review, follow up, document and resolve outstanding invoices and statements
• Effectively communicate with coworkers, aiding interpretation, and guidance
• Always maintains strict confidentiality of all financial information at all times.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• minimum of two (2) years Accounts Payable experience required.
• Must have excellent computer system skills.
• College accounting courses and certifications preferred. Non-profit accounting experience a plus.

Other Requirements: Must pass pre-employment drug and TB screen, and Agency, Federal and State Department of Health background investigations. Additional background investigations may be required depending on the job assignment. Must have and maintain a valid NM driver's license. Must have own, reliable transportation and an insurable driving record. Must be able to operate a 10-key calculator by touch. Adelante is a drug free workplace. Adelante is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

Job type: Full time

Pays between $18 - $20 DOE