Accounts Payable Specialist

Cloud County Community College • Concordia, KS • 1w ago

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CLOUD COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Support Staff Job Description

Position Title: Accounts Payable Specialist

Department: Business Office

Employment Classification: Full-time, KPERS covered, full benefits, hourly support staff

Length of Employment: 2080 hours annually 12 months

Reports to: Director of Accounting Services

Date of Position Description: March 2026

The administration retains the right to change duties at any time.

GENERAL NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION OF THE POSITION:

The Accounts Payable Specialist manages accounts payable functions, including

processing invoices, reconciling vendor statements, and ensuring timely vendor payments,

while also assisting with the maintenance of student accounts receivable related to tuition,

fees, textbooks, and housing. This position records and deposits departmental and student

revenues, responds to inquiries from students, faculty, and staff regarding billing and

payment processes, and provides guidance on payment options and institutional policies.

The role supports the Vice President for Administrative Services, maintains accurate and

confidential financial records, and provides professional, detail-oriented customer services

in a collaborative office environment. An Associate Degree and prior receivable/accounting

experience is preferred. Prior history in working with accounts payable preferred. Must be

capable of handling stressful situations, deadlines, and tasks demanding attention to detail

with minimal supervision and a high level of confidentiality. Overtime may be required.

GENERAL ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Essential functions of this position include the demonstrated ability and willingness to:

v Communicate clearly in standard English in both written and verbal forms and on

the telephone;

v Operate a computer and a printer utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, and

database applications;

v Operate various @types of office equipment including, but not limited to fax, copier,

and multi-line phone system;

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v Exhibit excellent quantitative skills;

v Exhibit a strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial transactions;

v Exhibit strong organizational and time-management skills;

v Meet and communicate effectively and professionally with students and

stakeholders. Ability to deal with difficult and disgruntled individuals;

v Exhibit excellent interpersonal and cooperative skills;

v Exhibit excellent analytical and problem solving skills;

v Gain knowledge of the accounts receivable and payable system to ensure proper

receipt of receivables and maintain accurate records;

v Gain an understanding of College policies;

SPECIFIC ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The Accounts Payable Specialist shall perform the following specific job functions under

the supervision and direction of the Director of Accounting Services:

v Reconcile vendor statements and resolve outstanding balances or discrepancies;

v Address payment inquiries from vendors and internal stakeholders;

v Assist with the maintenance of the student accounts receivable system, including

charges and payments related to tuition, fees, textbooks, and campus housing;

v Receive, record, and deposit student and departmental revenues in a timely

manner;

v Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, institutional policies, and

accounting procedures;

v Serve as assistant and manage the calendar of the Vice President for Administrative

Services;

v Respond to inquiries from students, faculty, and staff regarding account balances

payments, and billing processes;

v Provide guidance on payment options and institutional policies related to student

accounts;Accounts Payable Specialist 3

v Handle telephone calls and other clerical duties for the Vice President for

Administrative Services, the Director of Accounting Services, and the Business

Office

v Maintain confidentiality of financial and student information;

v Maintain organized and accurate financial records;

v Cooperate and consult with all Financial Aid, Student Services, and Auxiliary

Services staff as required to ensure the smooth, effective, and efficient operation of

the department as a whole;

v Participate in professional development opportunities including workshops,

seminars, and training sessions (overnight travel may be required);

v Interacting cordially with coworkers to accom

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