Accounting Assistant - Accounts Payable (Hybrid)

Why NWHSU?

When you join NWHSU you're not simply doing a job, you're making a difference. You'll see passion for our mission, our work, and our future growth opportunities all around you. Culture is extremely important to us. We're a small enough organization that you'll get to know everyone, have a voice, make an impact, and feel the enthusiasm of everyone you work with. Yet we're large enough to offer exceptional benefits including a university contribution to our 403(b), generous PTO and a flexible environment. It's an ideal blend and a superb organization to expand your career.

What can you expect?

• Our goal? Preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals to deliver and advance healthcare.
• Every role and individual contributes to our success. No matter what department you work in, you'll see passion for our work and respect for one another.
• Belonging is important to us - we all bring different backgrounds, perspectives, and value to the organization. And that makes us stronger.
• We're committed and engaged. You'll see that in every meeting, every discussion and everything we do. It shows and we're proud of it.
• We don't simply say we have a team environment - we live it. Your ideas and suggestions matter. We listen to one another and when something makes sense, we do it.
• We've still got that entrepreneurial spirit, even though we've been around for 80+ years. And we like that.
• We build in flexibility in roles whenever we can. We work in a hybrid environment. Each manager works with their team members to ensure there is a healthy work-life balance.
• Your personal and professional work opportunities are important to us - we provide these benefits so you can continue to excel in your career.

Position Information:

NWHSU is pleased to announce an exciting opening for an Accounting Assistant - Accounts Payable to join our finance team. This position is responsible for the processing and payment of all NWHSU accounts payable, assuring that the expenses are recorded to the appropriate cost center. In addition to payment processing, this position is the University's first review for appropriateness of the expense and will also be responsible for processing university credit card expenses and assist the Controller and CFO with ad hoc requests. Finally, with a small team, segregation of duties also calls for this position to receipt and track inbound cash and report accordingly. This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative team, work closely with other university departments and the flexibility to work partially remote in a respectful, inclusive and supportive environment.

This is a full-time, benefits eligible opportunity.

Work Location: Bloomington, MN with flexibility to work 1-2 days per week remotely; must live local and be able to come to campus as needed.

Duties:

• Manage accounts payable processes including printing checks, generating ACH's, ensuring accuracy of invoices and payments, and mailing out checks
• Process credit card statements, including gathering backup documentation and correctly coding expenses to the General Ledger.
• Contact vendors to obtain missing invoices and W-9's
• Process daily incoming mail including copying and logging checks and verifying and logging deposits.
• Verify and log clinic and retail deposits
• Reconcile AP balances monthly
• Monitor petty cash use and reconcile monthly.
• Other projects as assigned

What you need to have?

• High school diploma, required
• Associate degree or two-year program in related field, preferred
• 1-3 years accounts payable experience, required
• Basic understanding on 1099 reportable payments
• Experience in higher education, preferred

Other Specialized Knowledge/Skills:

• Mathematical literacy and ability to analyze and communicate financial data.
• Minimum intermediate Excel skills and basic skills in Word and Outlook.
• Excellent oral/written communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Collaborative work style with a goal of continuous quality improvement.

Does this sound like the type of role you could excel in? Where your background and experience may contribute to the growth of our organization? A role where you can add your passion and enthusiasm, and make a difference? If you believe you have the education and experience to meet the qualifications for this role, we'd value talking to you. Non-traditional backgrounds are welcome.

Our Benefits:

NWHSU is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet your current needs and anticipate your fut