Accounts Payable Specialist - Temporary

About the role

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for processing transactions accurately and in accordance with policy. This role processes payments, reviews payment requests and p-card transactions, and verifies applicable discounts and sales and use tax calculations to support efficient Accounts Payable operations. This position is a temporary assignment with the potential to transition to a regular position based on organizational needs and individual performance.

The Finance Team supports the mission of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association by handling all essential financial functions, including Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Financial Planning & Analysis, Purchasing, Planned Giving Administration, and Payroll.

Ministry Requirements

• Maintains a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ
• Faithfully upholds BGEA in prayer
• Participates in daily BGEA staff devotions including Bible reading, and leading group prayer as schedule permits
• Demonstrates behavior aligned with BGEA’s Mission Statement, Statement of Faith, Hallmarks, policies, and expectations
• Effectively represents Jesus Christ to those within both personal and professional spheres of influence

Responsibilities

• Ensures Accounts Payable items for payment comply with BGEA’s financial policies
• Processes ACH and Check Payments as needed
• Reviews and posts payment requests in accordance with established procedures
• Assists with review of p-card transactions to ensure accuracy and policy compliance
• Verifies calculations of discounts and sales and use taxes
• Frequently interacts with other accounting staff, affiliate staff, legal staff, and others at all levels throughout BGEA for research, approvals, and filing purposes
• Assists with other duties related to Payables as assigned

Qualifications

• 2-year degree in Accounting or equivalent related education
• Minimum 2 years of experience in accounts payable and/or accounts receivable
• Experience with or capacity to acquire a thorough understanding of BGEA’s financial policies
• Experience with or capacity to acquire a thorough understanding of BGEA’s financial systems, Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Datahaven
• Capacity to prioritize work and manage multiple projects in a high-paced environment
• Ability to communicate verbally and in written form with staff of all levels of the association
• Experience with or capacity to thoroughly utilize Microsoft Office suite, with particular strength in Excel
• Must have knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable concepts

Skills

• Ability to relate to people well, being approachable, as well as manage administrative tasks simultaneously
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team while demonstrating flexibility when priorities change
• Must be able to communicate and work closely with staff at all levels of the Association
• Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely in written and oral form
• Good computer skills and comfort with a paperless process
• Good general office skills, including logical filing skills and use of a calculator

Physical/Mental Demands

• Ability to establish priorities and ensure they are met
• Ability to flex with shifting priorities
• Ability to handle sensitive issues with confidentiality
• Ability to concentrate on details, being thorough and accurate
• Ability to work efficiently and productively under deadline
• Ability to problem solve and find necessary solutions when problems arise

Working Conditions

• Work is typically conducted in a conventional office environment
• Standing and walking required approximately 10% of the time

Benefits

Full-Time employees working at least 36 hours per week are eligible for benefits.

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Term Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• 10 paid holidays, including 1 floating holiday
• Minimum 12 days of vacation
• 10 sick days