Gainesville, Georgia
Durham, North Carolina
Cape Girardeau, Missouri
Posted: 21-Sep-25
Location: Irving, Texas
Categories:
Internal Number: 294021
Summary:
The Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist Senior is responsible for executing critical tasks within the accounts payable function, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial transactions. This role requires extensive full-cycle accounts payable experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with internal departments and external vendors. The Senior AP Specialist will play a key role in optimizing AP processes, resolving complex payment-related issues, and supporting financial integrity and operational excellence within the organization.
Responsibilities:
- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Perform daily audits to validate completeness and accuracy of invoices.
- Foster a culture of accountability and demonstrate good teamwork through actions and job performance.
- Manage and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders by ensuring a timely response.
- Demonstrate strong customer service while upholding CHRISTUS Health's core values.
- Provide support for month-end close processes and projects.
- Ensure efficient operation and compliance with CHRISTUS policies, healthcare industry regulations (i.e., HIPAA), and internal controls.
- Coordinate and support internal and external audits.
- Collaborate with colleagues across departments to contribute to a positive work environment.
- Analyze exceptions and resolve internal/external stakeholder concerns.
- Utilize Excel and technology tools effectively to manage spreadsheets, financial software, and automation processes.
- Apply basic accounting knowledge to maintain accurate financial records.
- Adapt to process changes, system upgrades, and evolving business needs with a willingness to learn.
- Maintain confidentiality and integrity when handling sensitive financial information with professionalism and ethical responsibility.
- Manage time effectively to balance daily responsibilities, meet deadlines, and maintain efficiency.
- Effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Business, Finance, or Accounting degree preferred.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) is preferred
Experience
- 3+ years of AP experience or related field is required.
- Healthcare experience is preferred.
- Infor/Lawson or other large ERP Systems.
- Previous ServiceNow exposure is a plus.
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- The following professional certifications are preferred:
- APM (Accounts Payable Manager)
- CAPP (Certified Accounts Payable Professional)
- CAPA (Certified Accounts Payable Associate)
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
- APPM (Accredited Procure-to-Pay Manager)
Work Schedule:
8AM - 5PM Monday-Friday
Work Type:
Full Time