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Evaluates and implements new technology enhancements, business process improvements, computer system testing and system procedures development and documentation. Meets AP governmental compliance reporting requirements. Works independently on project-oriented tasks that support department operations related to systems and database maintenance and reporting.\n\nFLSA STATUSExempt\nQUALIFICATIONS\nEDUCATION\n Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, information technology or related field; an additional four years experience in addition to the minimum experience required below required in lieu of degree\nEXPERIENCE\n Three years experience in accounts payable and business analysis\nLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS\nPreferred\n Accounts Payable Specialist (APS) or\n Accounts Payable Manager (APM) \nSKILLS AND ABILITIES\nDemonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations \nSufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security \nAbility to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles \nUnderstanding of financial interrelationships \nExcellent verbal and written communications skills \nDemonstrated customer service and team work skills \nAbility to work independently and effectively in a rapidly changing environment \nStrong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy \nStrong knowledge of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems \nExpert knowledge of full cycle accounts payable and supplier maintenance \nStrong, current knowledge of Internal Revenue Service (IRS) 1099 reporting and unclaimed property requirements \nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\nPEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\nLiaise with information technology (IT) and business stakeholders to support and maintain AP systems as appropriate. \nWorks in cross functional teams, suppliers and external customers in the achievement of department goals and objectives. \nContributes to teamwork by consistently offering assistance and responding in a positive, timely manner to requests for assistance. \nSERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\nDocuments AP applications business flow and integration with other systems. This includes creating process maps, creating user/reference guides, etc. Keeps documentation up to date. \nConducts review of existing systems and processes as needed in response to formal audits or financial system design and testing. \nDocuments business requirements, writes system specifications, tests plans, and posts implementation support documentation. \nQUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\nCollaborates with IT and other stakeholders to troubleshoot system incidents and rapidly resolve. Performs root cause analysts of AP system related issues and makes recommendations for resolution. \nCoordinates and performs testing of all system changes and enhancements prior to productions and during upgrades. Establishes routine processes for ensuring data integrity. \nMeets compliance reporting requirements (i.e. IRS and State of Texas reporting). \nKeeps management informed on work status and issues. \nFINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\nPerforms information retrieval for external and internal audits and other data requests including validation of data. \nUtilizes resources effectively and efficiently, demonstrating responsible financial stewardship. Manages own time effectively and prioritizes work to achieve maximum results in a timely manner. \nPerforms timely, accurate and complete assigned general ledger account reconciliations. \nGROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\nProvides ongoing education and training to AP department staff and relevant stakeholders regarding system changes, upgrades, enhancements and implementations. Develops training materials and train end users on AP systems to increase self-sufficiency and confidence. \nSeeks opportunities to identify self-development needs and takes appropriate actions. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and update the My Development Plan (MDP) on an ongoing basis. \nPartners with AP management to ensure system functionality is leveraged to its fullest capacity: automation, data integrity, and process enablement through system features and deployment of new modules and capabilities. Stays up to date on industry trends and shares with department management and team. \nSUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS\n WORK ATTIREUniform: No \nScrubs: No \nBusiness professional: Yes \nOther (department approved): No \nON-CALL*\n*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.\nOn Call* Yes \nTRAVEL**\n**Travel specifications may vary by department**\nMay require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes \nMay require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes \n\nWork Shift:\n1 - Day (United States of America)\n\nJob Category:\nNon-clinical\n\nHouston Methodist is one of the nation’s leading health systems and academic medical centers. The health system consists of eight hospitals: Houston Methodist Hospital, its flagship academic hospital in the Texas Medical Center, seven community hospitals and one long-term acute care hospital throughout the Greater Houston metropolitan area. Houston Methodist also includes a research institute; a comprehensive residency program; international patient services; freestanding comprehensive care clinics, emergency care and imaging centers; and outpatient facilities. 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