Accounts Payable Coordinator

Description

Our vision is to break the cycle of poverty one neighbor at a time. Through safety-net services and asset building solutions, Worcester Community Action Council (WCAC) creates economic mobility opportunities for tens of thousands of people annually through programs such as energy assistance, early education and care, financial empowerment, positive youth development, and career pathways. WCAC serves 45 towns in Central and South-Central Massachusetts with offices located in Worcester, Southbridge, Webster, East Brookfield and Leicester. We are a team of 145 employees and an annual budget of approximately $30 million. We are committed to a workplace culture with a shared passion for our vision that promotes teamwork, respect, and the opportunity to make a difference.

Under the directions of the Controller, the AP Coordinator ensures the effective operation of the Accounts Payable function for the agency. This includes vendor management, purchasing accounts management, problem resolution and purchasing guidance in line with WCAC policies and procedures. This position performs a range of Accounts payable tasks, including entering invoices, reviewing batches for accuracy, submitting payment vouchers for approval, printing checks and making ACH payments. The AP Coordinator performs office administrative support activities as needed, include filing, managing office machine contracts, ordering supplies, and maintaining records. This position also provides invoice documentation for audit and other purposes as required. 

Requirements

• Bachelor or Associates Degree in business, accounting, finance or related field preferred
• High School Diploma or HiSET equivalent, with 3 or more years experience in accounts payable, bookkeeping, or related functions may be substituted for academic degree.
• Strong computer skills and ability to utilize Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to establish and maintain multiple filing systems.
• Ability to work with staff throughout the agency.
• Ability to work with a diverse population.
• Good organizational skills.
• Prior accounts payable/bookkeeping/office experience is a plus.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work with confidential records.
• Must have physical ability to sit, stand, bend, and stretch frequently and file records.