Accounting Specialist/UKHC

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

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Job TitleAccounting Specialist/UKHCRequisition NumberRE49710Working TitleAccounts Payable SpecialistDepartment NameH4017: UKHC ControllerWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level07Salary Range$17.50-27.31/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
AA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
4 yrs
Required License/Registration/CertificationNone
Physical RequirementsRegularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time.
ShiftMonday through Friday: Primarily days, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Job SummaryThe UK HealthCare Controller's office is seeking qualified candidates to fill an Accounts Payable Specialist position. This role provides direct support for processing day-to-day vendor invoice and payment obligations. Duties include: -Processing Purchase Order and Non-Purchase Order invoices -Resolving invoice discrepancies in collaboration with Purchasing and Materials Management-Ensuring all payment documentation adheres to University and UK HealthCare policy and procedure requirements. The Accounts Payable specialist will provide backup support for other accounts payable functions as needed. This position will have frequent interaction with internal and external customers and the successful candidate must possess excellent customer service skills and exhibit strong attention to detail. The ideal candidate will have experience working with electronic systems in a high volume accounts payable environment, preferably in the Healthcare industry. This position is remote with a minimum of 4 mandatory on-site meetings per year. Additional meetings may be scheduled as needed. Travel expenses and travel time are non-reimbursable items. This position reports to the Accounts Payable Supervisor. During the hiring process, each candidate will be required to be on-site for a face-to-face interview. The hired candidate must also be on-site for their onboarding.

This is a remote Position. 4 mandatory on-site meetings. AP-related meetings on-site as needed or scheduled.
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesThe ideal candidate will possess strong computer skills and proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel); experience working with Adobe Acrobat; a high regard for attention to detail; strong customer service and teamwork skills; and experience working with electronic systems in a high volume accounts payable environment, preferably within the healthcare industry.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceAssociate degree and accounts payable experience preferred.
Deadline to Apply03/31/2025Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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* Please choose the answer that best describes your years of paid, full-time employment experience in Accounting or Accounts Payable. NoneMore than 0, up through 1 yearMore than 1 year, up through 3 yearsMore than 3 years, up through 5 yearsMore than 5 years * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system? InsideHigherEd.comHigherEdJobs.comDiverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education) Latinosinhighered.comHospitalCareers.comIndeed.comLinkedIn.comHigher Education Recruitment Consortium (hercjobs.org)A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member Careerbuilder.comUK Job FairNone of the Above
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