Accounts Payable Clerk; Franklin, LA

Department: 080 - ACCOUNTING

This is a non-management position

This is a full time position

The primary function of the Accounts Payable Clerk is to ensure accuracy and completeness of all invoices and payment processing for BBHS AP vendors. This included matching invoices to approved purchase orders and processing check requests submitted by BBHS leaders in accordance with company policies and procedures.

The Accounts Payable Clerk reports directly to the Controller and works closely with all BBHS leaders.

• Review and verify all invoices and check request received.
• Scan and enter invoice data into Multiview and generate appropriate workflow responsibilities to obtain appropriate leader approvals.
• Communicate with appropriate leader(s) regarding invoice discrepances or missing information.
• Process payments by check or electronic funds transfer (EFT) with final approval from the Controller or CFO.
• Mail processed checks at the local post office and/or submit EFT (NACHA) files to the Controller or designee for banking upload.
• Provide open communication to the Controller and/or CFO regarding vendors requiring payment.
• Communicate with vendors for invoice discrepancies and maintain current vendor information.
• Review vendor statements against invoices processed to ensure completeness and avoid late fees.
• Input new vendor data and conduct annual vendor maintenance tasks.
• Assist as directed by Controller in the preparation and issuance of 1099 statements to vendors annually per IRS guidelines.
• Perform other accounting duties as assigned by the Controller or CFO.

• High School Diploma.
• Minimum of five years of experience in bookkeeping and or accounts are payable.
• Strong telephone, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in computer applications, including Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Experience with Multiview software preferred but not required.

It is the policy of Bayou Bend Health System to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other regard as required by law. This policy relates to recruitment, employment, placement, layoffs and recall, promotion/demotion, discipline, transfer, termination, rates of pay and/or all other forms of compensation, training and development, use of facilities, and participation in hospital sponsored activities.

Bayou Bend Health System is an alcohol and drug free workplace. As a condition of employment all candidates must undergo and pass a post-offer drug screen. Failure to participate in the mandatory drug screen will void all offers of employment.