Accounts Payable Clerk

Shields Health is an independent, Massachusetts-based medical service provider with a national reputation for blending exceptional customer service with superior technology. Patients, partners and colleagues define our 35+ years of quality diagnostic services as a true mark of successful teamwork. Known for our advanced diagnostic imaging, we are a sought-after provider – not only because of our technology but also because of our teamwork and tremendous opportunities for professional growth.

This role will assist in the coordination of the accounts payable function.

Shields Health Care Group

Brockton, MA

Manager, Procurement

• To coordinate the accounts payable function.

• Receive, organize and maintain open files of purchase orders, receiving reports, packing slips, and invoices for 40+ individual operating companies.
• Verify ordered vs. received counts and invoice pricing vs. purchase order. Resolve discrepancies with internal contact or vendor.
• Ensure invoices / check requests have proper approval, account codes, and allocations to proper entities.
• Maintain positive vendor and company department relations.
• Maintain accounts payable software: set-up new vendors, update payment information and enter approved invoices for payment.
• Execute check and ACH payments in bi-weekly check runs, and one-off payments as needed.
• Establish independent contractor files and prepare annual tax reporting forms (1099s).
• Prepare Workday expense reimbursements for mileage, expenses and corporate credit cards.

• Bachelors degree or 2 years experience in Accounts Payable related position.

• Strong bookkeeping knowledge and background with prior experience in handling complete accounts payable function.
• Energized & adaptable employee with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Team player who embraces change and process improvement
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Advanced Excel skills (vlook up, formulas, pivot tables)
• Proficiency with automating manual processes / streamlining existing processes.
• Prior experience with automated accounts payable systems, preferably Sage Intacct.
• Preferred knowledge of Workday.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple functions in a fast paced environment.
• Exceptional customer service skills for both internal and external relationships.

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Extensive use of computer.
• Healthcare experience preferred

• This position requires interaction with other employees at all organizational levels and with outside sources.

The pay range for this position is $17-$31.50/hr + benefits. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

It is not intended that this Job Description include all details of the work functions of this position. The incumbent will perform work of a lower or equivalent classification as required or directed, and work of higher classification for training and development purposes or as situationally warranted.