Accounts Payable Specialist

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# Accounts Payable Specialist

Columbus, NE, US, 68602-0499

Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has an immediate opening for a Accounts Payable Specialist located at Columbus General Officein Columbus, Nebraska. Position closes October 13 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time.

This position will report to the Accounts Payable & Travel Supervisor.

Position Summary

This position receives, prepares, and processes all invoices and payments for the District, with the exception of Retail customer reimbursements. Responsibilities include activities relating to monitoring, posting, and paying the District’s invoices accurately. This position is responsible for analyzing and assisting in resolving issues and approvals with PO invoices, sales tax issues, working with internal and external customers, as well as accurate posting of 1099 vendor invoices to ensure accuracy in year-end reporting. The incumbent will also assist employees with the Concur Expense Reporting and Travel platform. This will include performing monthly postings, reviewing and assessing sales tax on p-card transactions, and running Concur Expense and Travel reports, and providing suppport to Aviation for the District Plane.

Education, Training and Experience

Bachelors degree in business, finance, accounting, or related field

OR

Associate degree in business, finance, accounting, or related field plus a minimum 2 years of accounts payable, finance, accounting, or business experience.

OR

High school diploma/GED plus a minimum of four years of accounts payable, finance, accounting, or business experience.

Handle multiple duties and responsibilities, set priorities and organize workload while being able to work under tight deadlines are required.

Attention to detail, a questioning attitude, and effective analytical, communication, proofreading, problem solving, and customer service skills are required.

Knowledge of sales and use tax regulations and 1099 reporting requirements is preferred.

Knowledge of and experience with working with SAP or similar ERP or invoicing software system is preferred.

Licenses and/or Certifications

Not Applicable

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Responsible for the performance of activities relating to receiving, processing, monitoring status, posting, and paying the District’s invoices. Processes, reviews and corrects various types of accounts payable transactions using the District’s Optical Character Reading (OCR) system, SharePoint site, and SAP.

Responsible for recognizing, analyzing, and assisting in resolving issues with invoices, including accurate sales and use tax amounts being paid or assessed, accurate and current vendor payment information, ensuring appropriate approvals are received prior to posting invoice, and appropriate records retention processes are followed, especially related to confidential or business sensitive invoices.

Work alongside various NPPD personnel and vendors as it relates to Accounts Payable processes and procedures to ensure compliance with NPPD accounting, procurement, and other procedural policies.

Understand and follow Nebraska Department of Revenue sales and use tax laws as well as 1099 withholding laws to ensure accurate posting of invoices and withholding amounts, as applicable.

Create Service Entry Sheets when requested. Provide status reports on in-process invoices and/or issues to Procurement Management. Process payments using check, ACH, wire transfer, or virtual credit card. Communicate with vendors to resolve invoicing issues, including incorrect sales tax, incorrect vendor information, missing PO numbers, missing invoices from statements, and verification of payments made. Work with the Buyer/Specialist for resolution on various invoice items such as: correct PO number, correct vendor, quantity received, accurate pricing, delivery location, and sales tax and tax jurisdiction issues, etc.

Ability to determine how to resolve issues related to Accounts Payable and Travel/Expense processes. Completing District P-Card and Fuel Card requests such as ordering new cards, closing cards, changing limits, and returning to standard limit. Assist NPPD teammates with any other issues with P-Cards and Fuel Cards as they arise.

Accountable for other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

Customer Focus

Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion

Integrity/Excellence

Public Service/Environmental Stewardship

Safety

Salary Information - Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range. Successful applicants will be provided more information regarding the incentive program at the time of an interview.

Pay Grade - 8 Monthly

Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $4,062.00 - $4,976.00

Travel Required: Up to 25% (With no or minimal overnight stays, less than 3 per month, typically within state of Nebraska) Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview.

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.

Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the contributions of its diverse work force. We are only legally able to hire persons who are 1) a United States citizen or national, 2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States, or 3) an alien legally authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

Customers around the state know what to expect from NPPD — quality, reliability and performance excellence. Our values also extend to the way we take care of our employees and their families. We remain on the leading edge by providing competitive benefits that respond to the diverse lifestyles of our people in an ever-changing world.

Salary

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary listed in posting, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.

Retirement Savings

NPPD employees may participate in two retirement plan options – a 401(k) plan and a 457(b) plan. Both plans allow for pre-tax or Roth contributions. After the first six months of employment, the 401(k) plan includes a generous matching contribution from NPPD. The five-year vesting period begins on an employee’s hire date. Our retired employees are eligible for retiree healthcare benefits as well as a life benefit paid out to designated beneficiaries upon their passing.

Health & Wellness

At NPPD, we care about the health and wellness of our employees. We offer new teammates two competitive hospital / medical plan options to fit their lifestyle and family needs. We also make an annual contribution to employee Health Savings Accounts, which can be used to offset out-of-pocket expenses. Employees and their spouse are invited to participate in a variety of wellness initiatives offered throughout the year as a way to enhance their wellness, reduce health risks and promote healthy lifestyles.

Other Benefits

Employees earn vacation on a schedule commensurate with their years of service. We also offer paid holidays as well as personal and family medical leave, including birth mother recovery leave and parental child bonding leave. All full-time employees receive a life insurance policy equivalent to two times the participant's annual salary at no cost to the employee. NPPD also offers dental and vision insurance as well as personal accident, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, pre-paid legal/identity theft, and short-and long-term disability insurance plans. Additional benefits include college tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and complimentary access to an Employee Assistance Program.

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