Overview

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

Responsibilities

Job Summary / Purpose

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for efficiently managing a high volume of incoming phone calls and email inquiries, ensuring prompt resolution. Utilizing the ServiceNow case management system, the Specialist updates and communicates with relevant stakeholders to address issues. Collaboration with facilities, Purchasing, and other teams is key to providing effective solutions. The role requires comprehensive knowledge of integrated AP systems, full-cycle Accounts Payable, internal controls, and cross-functional processes, with the ability to work independently while supporting a team environment. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work well under pressure are essential for success in this role.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities

• Proactively work with AP cases including credit holds, with appropriate updates to vendors and internal employees to resolve that are preventing timely and accurate invoice payment, perform root cause analysis and identify potential solutions to resolve issues and ensure efficient operations for APSC

• Proactively identify APSC internal control weaknesses and develop/present recommendations to AP leaders

• Identify process improvement opportunities and provide solutions

• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

Associates of Arts Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field is preferred; At least 2-3 years of experience in AP; experience in a large multi-facility healthcare organization is preferred.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training

Detailed oriented and results driven - analytical and organizational skills required.

Analyze, interpret and summarize complex financial transactions and accounting records.

Proven ability to troubleshoot and problem solve in a fast paced environment.

Works well independently by conducting research with available tools.

Strong relationship building, teamwork, and follow up skills required.

Strong written, oral and presentation communication skills required.

Ability to project competence, credibility, and professionalism, including the ability to use these qualities to build and maintain strong peer relationships.

Proficiency in using Microsoft Office products such Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Pay Range

$23.00 - $27.13 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.