About WakeMed:
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is a nationally recognized, private, not-for-profit health care organization founded and based in Raleigh, N.C. The largest health system in Wake County, WakeMed exists to improve the health and well-being of our community by providing outstanding, compassionate, patient- and family-centered care to all. The 919-bed system comprises a network of facilities throughout the Triangle area, delivering health and wellness services that bring added value to the communities we serve. WakeMed is a leader in cardiac and vascular care, women's and children's services, emergency medicine and trauma care, physical rehabilitation, orthopaedics and neurosciences. Specialty facilities include the WakeMed Heart Center, Children's Hospital, Women's Pavilion and Birthplace, Rehabilitation Hospital, Adult and Children's Emergency Departments and a Level 1 Trauma Center. WakeMed's team of more than 9,400 employees, 2,000 volunteers, 1,300 affiliated physicians, and the more than 300 physicians employed by WakeMed Physician Practices use the most advanced technologies along with the best minds and the biggest hearts to ensure the finest quality in health care and community health. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WakeMed provides an inclusive work environment that promotes the valuing of differences, respect for people and cooperativeness among our diverse workforce. WakeMed does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in any terms or conditions of employment. All applicants/employees are considered for employment, transfer, promotion or training without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity/expression, genetics, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Position Information:
The Accounts Payable Representative in Accounts Payable is responsible for payment processing of all WakeMed liabilities (approx $515 million/year) in a manner that maximizes the organization's cash flow; the accurate posting of expenses; and all problem resolution and follow-up related to WakeMed vendor obligations. This position plays a crucial role in establishing, maintaining, and enhancing vendor relationships through regular contact with the vendor's sales and accounts receivable representatives, education about the services and supplies provided by the vendor, and knowledge of the vendor's process for handling discrepancies. The ensuing relationship becomes a key factor in problem resolution and negotiations with the vendor when billing/payment discrepancies result in service charges.

Experience Requirements:
4 Years Accounting/Finance - Accounts Payable Required - In Healthcare Preferred

Education Required:
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required - And Associate's Degree Related Field Preferred

Licensure/Certification Requirements:
Not Applicable

Hours of Work:
10 hrs/week

Weekend Requirements:
No Weekends

Call Requirements:
None