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Accounts Payable Manager – Staff Position

JOB TITLE: Accounts Payable Manager

JOB SUMMARY:

The Accounts Payable Manager of William Penn University is responsible for all duties associated with accounts payable and purchasing which includes processing all purchase orders and invoices on a daily basis. The Accounts Payable Manager will also be responsible for all reporting requirements associated with accounts payable.

DEPARTMENT: Business Office (6900)

QUALIFICATIONS:

A. Education Associate degree required, Bachelor’s degree preferred.

B. Experience Accumulation of 7 years education and/or experience demonstrating the knowledge, skills and abilities specified in this job description.

C. Abilities · Office management/coordination abilities. · Independent decision making, ability to exercise good judgment, accuracy, flexibility and well developed critical thinking skills. · Ability to work in an environment of shifting priorities, frequent, interruptions, hectic pace, high level of interaction with students, staff and/or the public. · Working knowledge of computer software programs which may include Word, Excel, institutional mainframe computer system software, or similar programs. · Excellent written communication skills including proficiency in business English, grammar, punctuation, and spelling. · Ability to handle highly confidential matters and materials with discretion. · Ability to work independently as well as be a collaborative team player in completing assigned tasks and meeting deadlines. · Excellent customer service skills including phone and in-person reception etiquette. · Proficiency with office machines including fax, scanner and copy machine.

REPORTS TO: Accounting Manager

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

A. Represents the College in a positive manner with prospective, current, and former students, employees, and the community.

B. Demonstrates enthusiasm, self-motivation, and a positive attitude in meeting and dealing effectively and courteously with students, other personnel, and all members of the community.

C. Interprets departmental and/or college policies and procedures.

D. Works harmoniously with others.

E. Performs in a manner which benefits student learning.

F. Process all purchase orders, assign purchase order approvals and match receiving reports with purchase orders.

G. Prepare invoices for payment in a timely manner.

H. Communicate with William Penn faculty and staff on all outstanding invoices in order to get them processed for payment.

I. Prepare a monthly cash flow projection for the Vice President of Finance.

J. Keep an updated vendor file including updated W-9s.

K. Receipt all non-student and student receipts and reconcile drawer on a daily basis.

L. Prepare quarterly sales tax return.

M. Prepare annual 1099s.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with the policies established by the Board of Directors of William Penn University.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: At will employee