Accounts Payable Specialist

About The Research Foundation for SUNY at Binghamton :

Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive.

Working at Binghamton University is about more than having a great job - it is about having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success. Embedded within the University, The Research Foundation (RF) exists to serve SUNY and to capitalize on the scope, scale and diversity of SUNY as an engine of New York State's innovation economy. We are the largest comprehensive university-connected research foundation in the country. The RF is mission focused and serves Binghamton University by providing essential administrative services that enable faculty to focus their efforts on the education of students and the performance of life-changing research. As a private not-for-profit corporation, we support nearly $1 billion in SUNY research activity annually, providing sponsored programs administration and commercialization support services to SUNY faculty performing research in numerous disciplines.

The RF offers a comprehensive benefits package that is a valuable part of our total compensation. Included in the benefits package are comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, dependent care and healthcare spending accounts, employer retirement contributions at 7% of earnings (with no match requirement), retiree health benefits and more! The RF promotes employee work / life balance through generous paid leave offerings and wellness resources for employees and their families. Furthermore, our 10 Perks of Working at the RF provides an at-a-glance view of our top benefits that make us a great place to work. Employees receive support throughout their career with access to professional development opportunities across campus, college savings plans, access to public student loan forgiveness programs, a tuition waiver program, and much more!

Job Description :

Reporting to the Director of the Research Foundation for SUNY Accounts Payable and Purchasing Office (APPO) and working closely with the Clerical Specialist, the AP Specialist is responsible for providing support to all aspects of accounts payable. This includes processing and monitoring payments. The individual will be an integral member of a fast-paced team operation and will work closely with other members of the research administrative team to provide support to Binghamton University's sponsored program community. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to the following :

Essential Functions

• Process accounts payable invoices and requisitions for payment, ensuring appropriate documentation and approvals prior to processing
• Monitor the RFBUAP email inbox and take appropriate action on requests received
• Assist with processing of payments associated with honoraria and other similar requests
• Ensure all accounts payable activity is completed in a timely manner for project closeout
• Compile financial reports as requested, ensuring data is accurate by verifying financial data from multiple sources
• Assist with internal control processes
• Provide accurate and effective document preparation and records management in accordance with record retention policies
• Review processes and provide input on how to improve effectiveness and efficiency of the accounts payable function
• Perform other related tasks and duties as assigned

Requirements :

Preferred :

Additional Information :

Salary : $45,000 annually. Note : Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Research Foundation Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, The Research Foundation for SUNY will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy-related conditions, reproductive health decisions, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, familial status, citizenship, physical and mental disability, prior arrest or conviction record, genetic characteristics / genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, military status or service, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under federal, state or local law. The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

The Research Foundation for SUNY is a private, not for profit corporation and is a separate employer from SUNY and the State of New York and offers separate compensation and benefit plans.

Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus.

Application Instructions :

Interested candidates must submit the following :

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