Burnett is so excited to be partnering with a local nonprofit that focuses on empowering students to stay in school and achieve their goals! They currently have a need in their Accounting Department for an Accounts Payable Specialists. This will be a Temp-to-Hire opportunity for the perfect candidate!
Summary:
The Accounts Payable Specialist will assist in the accounts payable process, support monthly and year-end financial close. They will work closely with the Accounting Manager and will report directly to the CFO.

Main Duties:

• Process and verify AP invoices and expenses efficiently to ensure that vendors are paid in a timely manner.
• Ensure complete records are maintained by entering all transactions in the accounting software with correct coding.
• Research and resolve any unusual items, invoice discrepancies and issues.
• Prepare and perform check runs and electronic payments.
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions, prepare analysis of accounts as requested.
• Assist with year-end 1099 filings.
• Ensure compliance with CIS financial policies Balance Sheet.
• Reconcile prepayments and accruals, as part of month end close process.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, research discrepancies and report findings.
• Assist in bank statement reconciliations.
• Monitor unclaimed checks, follow up with vendors, submit annual report for unclaimed property to the Comptroller of Public Accounts.
• Organize and file (digital or paper) records in compliance with audit and control procedures.
• Receive and sort incoming mail related to financial transactions.
• Participate in the CIS team approach to problem solving and service delivery.
• Assist with the financial audit by preparing and collecting materials for audit and processing any required adjustments.

Requirements:

• Associate’s degree in accounting or finance or equivalent education.
• Minimum 2 years of AP experience is required.
• Accounting experience in a non-profit setting is preferred.
• Solid understanding of general accounting principles and practices.
• Analytical mind with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills.
• Critical thinker with high proficiency in math.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting systems; experience with MIP Abila Fund Accounting preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, with high initiative and able to work with minimal supervision.

Location, Salary, Hours, etc:

• Role will be 100% onsite at their Southeast Austin office.
• Parking provided.
• Monday-Friday, 30+ hours per week.
• Salary is $20-$25/hr, DOE.
• Role is temp-to-hire with 90 day contract period.

• Process and verify AP invoices and expenses efficiently to ensure that vendors are paid in a timely manner.
• Ensure complete records are maintained by entering all transactions in the accounting software with correct coding.
• Research and resolve any unusual items, invoice discrepancies and issues.
• Prepare and perform check runs and electronic payments.
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions, prepare analysis of accounts as requested.
• Assist with year-end 1099 filings.
• Ensure compliance with CIS financial policies Balance Sheet.
• Reconcile prepayments and accruals, as part of month end close process.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts, research discrepancies and report findings.
• Assist in bank statement reconciliations.
• Monitor unclaimed checks, follow up with vendors, submit annual report for unclaimed property to the Comptroller of Public Accounts.
• Organize and file (digital or paper) records in compliance with audit and control procedures.
• Receive and sort incoming mail related to financial transactions.
• Participate in the CIS team approach to problem solving and service delivery.
• Assist with the financial audit by preparing and collecting materials for audit and processing any required adjustments