Accounting and Procurement Specialist

Accounting and Procurement Specialist

Life Skills Connection Inc.

The Accounts Payable and Procurement Specialist delivers efficient, accurate and timely accounts payable (AP) processing, and the procurement of goods and services for Life Skills Connection Inc. This dual role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple financial, purchasing, and operational responsibilities simultaneously.

• Receive, review, and process vendor invoices in compliance with company policies
• Perform 2‑way and 3‑way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receipts
• Ensure accurate coding of invoices to the appropriate general ledger accounts
• Resolve invoice discrepancies by coordinating with internal departments and suppliers
• Maintain vendor records, set up new vendors, and update contact information
• Monitor payment schedules and ensure timely disbursements
• Reconcile supplier statements and follow up outstanding items
• Monitor various AP‑related email inboxes and Microsoft Teams trackers
• Reconcile AP subledger to the general ledger
• Maintain organized accurate AP records for audits and month‑end tasks

• Process approved requisitions for services, materials, and supplies for Life Skills Connection businesses and contracts; create purchase orders (POs) and coordinate delivery to the appropriate location
• Evaluate suppliers considering price, quality, availability, and other criteria
• Create vendors in computerized purchasing software
• Interact with suppliers to order materials, schedule deliveries, and resolve shipping errors
• Provide training to corporate and contract staff on procurement procedures
• Review contract POs before purchase for compliance; provide procurement support as needed
• Maintain purchasing documentation, including approvals and pricing information
• Evaluate, develop, and recommend procurement procedures and policies to ensure efficiency and effectiveness
• Maintain inventory of office supplies; anticipate office needs; evaluate new products; place orders when necessary
• Perform data analysis, including filtering, sorting, and compiling requested purchasing information and reports
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Flexible, creative, and entrepreneurial spirit aligned with Life Skills Connection Inc.'s mission, vision, and values
• Highly detail-oriented with strong accuracy in data entry, documentation, and financial record‑keeping
• Solid understanding of accounting principles (AR processes, billing cycles, cash applications)
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Experience working with diverse constituents, teams, and colleagues
• Work independently, as part of a team, and without supervision when required
• Employ flexibility and creativity in the face of ambiguity and challenge
• Take ownership and drive activities to completion
• Understand personnel and compliance records management; maintain confidentiality; knowledgeable about insurance and reimbursement process

• Proficient in Quick Books Online, and Microsoft Office applications
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas)
• 2+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable, or related finance/operations roles
• Associate degree in Accounting or relevant certification preferred

• Employer paid Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability, Life Insurance
• Full Health and Medical benefits (Dental, Health, Vision)
• 401k Retirement Plan, HSA, FSA
• Paid Holidays, PTO + More

Life Skills Connection Inc. is committed to granting equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

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