Location: West Lafayette, IN
Cap-Exempt H-1B Position — No lottery required
Req Id: 42538 Job Title: Accounts Payable Assistant City: West Lafayette ## **Job Summary** The Accounts Payable department within Finance and Business Operations is seeking an Accounts Payable Assistant to join our team. This position is responsible for oversight of the day-to-day tasks performed by the Vendor Data team in the Accounts Payable department. **Responsibilities include:** - Reviewing and executing all requests to create new vendors as well as changes to existing vendor information to maintain the integrity of vendor data at the University. - Ensure the verification and validation of all vendor data according to the approved standard process. - Communicate with internal and external customers regarding the status of requests. - Facilitate the timely completion of vendor data related requests by reviewing reports and monitoring the work queue. - Assist with triaging RUSH requests and serve as the point of contact for questions. - Document vendor data related processes and procedures. - Evaluate opportunities for process improvements and/or training and communication needs. - Perform routine testing on system processes whenever system updates or upgrades are performed. - Work closely with the Operations Specialists to monitor all vendor data related activity. Collaborate with other members of the Accounts Payable team to complete monthly auditing and reconciliation tasks. **What We’re Looking For:** **Required:** **Education and Experience:** - High School Diploma/GED. Four years of experience in bookkeeping, business assistance, or related field. **Skills Needed:** - Strong verbal and written communication skills. - Ability to identify problems, analyze information and implement solutions. - Analyze and use independent judgment in the interpretation of University’s policies and procedures. - Strong understanding of University processes including Accounts Payables and Vendor Data tasks. - Capable of taking initiative, assuming responsibility, maintain qua