Lead Accounts Payable Processor

Job Summary

The Lead Accounts Payable (AP) Processor will provide AP support to various MHHS departments and vendors, ensuring accurate, timely, and discretionary auditing and processing of Accounts Payable documents.

Principal Accountabilities

• Processes complex invoices for high-volume and/or high-impact vendors
• Inputs general account information into various systems according to established accounting practices and purchasing policies to ensure accurate and timely payments
• Audits Purchase Order and Non Purchase Order invoices for processing and payment
• Contacts appropriate vendor or department head to verify receipt of merchandise or to verify charges
• Leads research efforts for complex credits, past due items, and statement issues
• Responds to vendor and internal inquiries regarding invoices, serving as a resource for escalated issues
• Performs audits on checks, statements and balances accounts
• Generates, analyzes, and researches AP reports to identify issues and ensure smooth transition across systems
• Provides high quality customer service to both internal and external Memorial Hermann customers, resulting in timely resolution of issues and inquiries
• Serves as mentor and resource for department staff, providing assistance on overseeing day-to-day tasks and supporting department projects as assigned
• Serves as Liaison between AP staff and management
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences
• Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues