Accounts Payable

At Utah Valley University, the Accounts Payable role gives you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact behind the scenes. You'll help keep operations moving by processing invoices, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining accurate records in a high-volume setting where your consistency truly matters. If you enjoy structured work, take pride in getting the details right, and want to grow your skills within a friendly, dependable team, this position offers a stable, rewarding place to build your career. Under general departmental direction, oversees the operation of the purchasing system in Accounts Payable, which includes using the purchasing computer system to order, receive, and pay for goods and services, and the entire process of paying invoices from Purchase Orders; organizes and maintains accurate bookkeeping and accounting control records. Coordinates and performs the payment process on Purchase Orders; coordinates auxiliary accounts and utilities for approximately departments and offices; reviews all records and communicates with the vendors; works with the Purchasing Department, Receiving Department, and individual departments to meet purchase order specifications and to ensure timely payment of invoices. Handles and interprets vendor and departmental inquiries; assists with various office duties; and performs other duties as assigned. Completion of high school and two years of related experience; OR an equivalent combination of post-high-school education and related experience totaling two years.

Preferred Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited institution with an associate's degree in Business, Accounting, or a closely related field and one year of experience related to the summary of duties; OR any combination of education and/or experience and/or experience as described above totaling three years. Knowledge Knowledge of basic accounting and record-keeping processes and procedures Knowledge of money control and security. Skills Skills with office equipment, computers, and computer software (e.g., Excel, Word, etc.). Interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Abilities Ability to meet and work with the public. Ability to follow instructions.