Accounts PayableReceivable Specialist (Finance) at Cascadia Health

Accounts Payable Specialist (Finance)Job OverviewLocation/Schedule: This position is based at the Lloyd Corporate Plaza located in NE Portland OR. The schedule for this position isMonday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Position: Account Payable/Receivable SpecialistProgram: FinanceCascadias Mission and Vision:Mission: Cascadia Health delivers whole health care integrated mental health and addiction services primary care and housing to promote hope and support the well-being of the communities we serve.Vision: We envision a community where everyone benefits from whole health care experiences well-being and has a self-directed connected life.Position Description: The Accounts Payable/Receivable Specialist at Cascadia Health is responsible for managing the organizations accounts payable processes ensuring accurate and timely payments to vendors and suppliers. This role involves verifying invoices reconciling accounts and maintaining financial records to support the operational needs of the company. The role also involves the accurate and timely processing of deposits of checks ACH wire and other receivables.This position must understand appreciate and respect the diversity and cultural differences within our Cascadia community. As such it is expected that this position promotes integrated care our vision of trauma-informed and person-first approaches and helps create a work environment of inclusion safety and acceptance.Essential ResponsibilitiesThis position description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities skills or working conditions associated with the position. Management reserves the right to modify add or remove duties as necessary.General:Review and process vendor invoices ensuring accuracy and adherence to company policies and procedures.Verify invoice coding and obtain necessary approvals for payment processing.Prepare and reconcile accounts payable transactions including vendor statements and aging reports.Communicate with vendors to resolve billing discrepancies or issues related to payments.Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of accounts payable transactions in accounting software or systems.Process electronic and paper payments including checks ACH transfers and wire transfers in a timely manner.Assist with month-end closing activities including accruals journal entries and financial reporting.Collaborate with internal departments such as purchasing and finance to ensure proper documentation and approval of expenses.Review and process customer deposits ensuring accuracy and adherence to company policies and procedures.Verify deposit coding with relevant stake holders and apply payments as directed by internal and external customers.Perform other duties as assigned.Regulatory & Compliance:Comply with laws regulations policies and procedures under which the program and company operates.Assist in crisis situations as appropriate; follow protocols and procedures in coordination with the treatment team.Respect and honor client rights and responsibilities and demonstrate professional boundaries and ethics.Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation that ensures compliance with all agency policies and procedures and local state and federal regulations and billing requirements.Understand safety regulations and evacuation procedures; participate in regular safety drills in compliance with program policies and procedures.Complete assigned employee training in compliance with program and company requirements.Provide guidance support and training to other staff in alignment with company mission and values.Participate in all scheduled staff meetings supervision sessions and other departmental and company meetings.QualificationsEducation:Required: A high school diploma GED or equivalent.Experience:Preferred: Two to four years of accounts payable experience in a mid to large accounting environment is preferred and at least one year of experience in Workday or a similar ERP system.Specialized Knowledge Skills & Abilities:Effective communication and active listening skills.Effective interpersonal and customer service skills.Ability to work proactively and effectively in a team and independently.Operate computer hardware and software at a level needed to effectively perform job functions.Other:Must have the ability to travel to multiple locations throughout the Portland Metro area.Working ConditionsEnvironmental: Work is performed in one or more of the following: clinical office acute care settings and community setting including client residences correctional facilities shelters hospitals public places and other social service sites. Meal periods and breaks are subject to interruption. Universal Precautions and remaining alert to the environment are critical to address the potential for violent behavior exposure to disease biohazards noise and contaminants.Mental Demands: The work assigned is diverse and involves addressing new and unusual circumstances. The work regularly involves a degree of unpredictability and disruption of planned tasks requiring a flexible time management addition this position requires exercising sound judgment.Cascadia is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact us at 503.963.7654 or at .BenefitsWe offer generous benefits for our full-time and part-time employees (20 hours pro-rated) including:Generous Paid Time Off Package Full-time employees earn 6 weeks of PTO in their first year!Medical and Dental Coverage (begins 1stof the month following 30 days after hire date)VSP Vision Discount Plan403(B) Retirement Savings (Pre and post-tax plans with up to 8% employer matching contribution!)Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (Medical dependent care and transportation options)Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability and Life InsurancePaid Bereavement and Jury Duty LeaveLength of Service AwardVoluntary Life InsuranceSupplemental InsuranceStudent loan forgiveness optionsWellness Benefits:Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Bicycle ReimbursementDiscounted Fitness MembershipsTrauma Support TeamStarting Rate Range in USD ($)23.57-24.37Required Experience:IC Key Skills Business Continuity Planning,Food Technology,ABAP,Import,Electrical & Automation,Adobe Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1