Accounts Payable Clerk

We are currently seeking a full-time on-site Accounts Payable Clerkin our Accounting & Budget office.This position sets up new vendors, processes Accounts Payable invoices, purchasing card reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations. The pay for this position is $18.00/hr.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Set up new vendors and work with West Lafayette to provide information for rejected new vendor request.
• Review direct payment requests for accuracy, compliance with university policies and available funds.
• Keys direct payments (ZV60s) in SAP system.
• Assists with resolution of disputes between vendors and departments.
• Reconcile university-issued purchasing card accounts.
• Review monthly Bursar GL reconciliations to ensure completion, accuracy and that they match SAP.
• Perform GL reconciliations for various balance sheet accounts.
• Document reconciliation procedures.
• Perform monthly bank account reconciliations.
• Provide backup for department's daily tasks.
• Aid in tracking financial aid disbursements from the Department of Education.

Required Qualifications:

• An Associate degree in accounting, business, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in accounting, business, or a related field.
• Proficiency in general PC applications - word processing and spreadsheets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to effectively prioritize and organize workflow.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience at a university in accounting processes, spreadsheets, and an ERP system.
• Knowledge of university business office procedures.

• Free tuition through Purdue University Global.
• Fee remission for a traditional Purdue degree for yourself, your spouse, and your child(ren).
• Insurance starts on first day of employment.
• Generous Paid Time Off – additional PTO in December.
• Additional benefit information: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/benewell/

Additional Information:

• Resumes and cover letters that contain portraits or personal information will not be reviewed by the hiring committee.
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.
• Purdue full-time students may not be considered for a full-time benefits-eligible position.
• A background check and misconduct will be required for employment in this position.
• This was formerly classified as an operational/technical position; an internal lateral transfer will retain same benefit standing.
• FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Non-Exempt Defined Contribution Plan

Purdue Fort Wayne is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.