Coordinator, Purchasing and Accounts Payable

Coordinator, Purchasing and Accounts Payable

Join the Black Cultural Zone CDC as a Purchasing and Accounts Payable Coordinator!

Are you a detail-oriented professional with an "eagle eye" for financial accuracy and a passion for operational efficiency? Black Cultural Zone Community Development Corporation (BCZ CDC) is seeking a Coordinator - Purchasing and Accounts Payable to serve as a critical link in our organization's fiscal health. This dual-functioning role serves as the primary point of contact for the procurement of goods and services while managing the essential processing of all outgoing payments. You will ensure expenditures are properly authorized, accurately coded, and paid on time, all while maintaining strong, professional relationships with our vendor partners. This position is vital for providing the infrastructure and operational support necessary to advance our mission of centering Black arts, culture, and economics in East Oakland. We are excited to welcome a new member to our Strategic Management Services (SMS) team who is ready to bring integrity and organizational mastery to our financial workflows.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Procurement & Order Management : Centralize and execute all organizational purchase requests, negotiate pricing with vendors, and track shipments to ensure timely delivery.
• Financial Administration : Manage the Divvy (Bill.com) expense platform, standardize documentation workflows, and audit all purchases for correct allocation to department codes and grant budgets.
• Accounts Payable & Vendor Relations : Perform "Three-Way Matching" on invoices, manage the vendor lifecycle (including W-9 collection), and serve as the primary liaison for payment inquiries.
• Reconciliation & Compliance : Facilitate "Month-End Close," reconcile monthly vendor statements, and maintain a digital audit trail to ensure the organization is prepared for annual audits.
• Team Collaboration : Attend in-person meetings, contribute to monthly initiative success reports, and assist in the planning and implementation of team projects.

Qualifications

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OUR CULTURE AND BENEFITS

If you're ready to bring your skills and passion to a team that's dedicated to creating a thriving community, we encourage you to apply!