Specialist, Accounts Payable

Specialist, Accounts Payable

Posting Number: 0001046
Reports to:
Accountant, Expenses & AP

Department: Finance
Classification: Non-Exempt
Full or Part-time: Full Time

Job Summary:

Responsible for processing vendor invoices, employee expense reimbursement requests, and related payments. Acts as customer service contact for vendors and employees.

Essential Functions:

1. Accumulates, matches, and safeguards documentation necessary for the timely and accurate processing of invoices, employee expense reimbursement requests, and all related payments. 2. Ensures that accounts payable are paid in accordance with College goals and priorities (e.g., in agreement with vendor terms to maximize cash reserves). 3. Ensures that payments are made using the method most advantageous to the College (e.g., check, ACH transfer, wire transfer, credit card). 4. Prepares journal entries for accounts payable transactions, as required. 5. Maintains and reviews account payable records and reconciliations. 6. Assists with cash management functions. 7. Coordinates general ledger activities with other accountants. 8. Ensures proper accounting-period cut-off is achieved at month and year end. 9. Prepares and sends annual Forms 1099 to vendors. 10. Lead and manage the development and implementation of all related internal technology integrations as well as vendor provided solutions. 11. Develops and maintains training materials for use by departmental and other personnel with access to accounts payable records. 12. To provide the best service to our external and internal customers, all positions at Lake Michigan College require regular and predicable on-site attendance as an essential job functions. Under certain circumstances, the College may consider alternative work arrangements and will do so in compliance with and according to the parameters outlined in the Colleges Flexible Scheduling and Remote Work Options policy.

Other Duties:

13. Prepares paperwork for audits. 14. Performs other duties as assigned.

Accountabilities:

Job Specifications:

Associate degree required, with courses in accounting preferred. Two or more years of office experience required. Proficiency in ERP systems and spreadsheets required.

To provide the best service to our external and internal customers, all positions at Lake Michigan College require regular and predicable on-site attendance as an essential job functions. Under certain circumstances, the College may consider alternative work arrangements and will do so in compliance with and according to the parameters outlined in the Colleges Flexible Scheduling and Remote Work Options policy.

Grade:
Salary Range: $17.88 - $21.25

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Be a part of the Red Hawk family and apply today! Benefits start on first day of hire! Extensive paid time off (including Spring Break), College fully pays the in-network health insurance deductible, minimum of 10% employer retirement contribution per payroll, and much more!

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Official transcripts required upon hire.

Monday through Thursday summer work hours apply to this position.

Information on our standard hiring process: Lake Michigan College will accept applications on this position for at least 14 days. Applications will be screened for minimum qualifications as received. Once the search committee has determined which applicants they would like to interview, those applicants will be contacted. If this process extends beyond 21 days, a communication of the delay will be made to all applicants for the position. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] .

Open Date: 04/14/2026
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About Lake Michigan College
Lake Michigan College is a community college in southwest Michigan. We have three campuses --two of which are located ten minutes from our namesakes breathtaking shoreline.

Like other community colleges, we offer associate degrees, certificates, and even a baccalaureate degree. But what sets us apart from our peers is our seemingly limitless potential and our people - people who care deeply about our regions future and who are committed to student success and exemplary educational programs, strong alignments with both established and emerging industries, and productive partnerships with the communities we serve .

Faculty and staff at LMC enjoy excellent benefits and a supportive and friendly work environment. LMC recently received a Capital Outlay grant from the State of Michigan and a new millage from the southwest Michigan community, so the colleges facilities will be getting innovative, sustainable upgrades in the next few years that will contribute to the comfort, productivity and collaborative environment for all employees.

Living in Southwest Michigan
Southwest Michigan attracts millions of tourists who come for our beaches , wineries , and nationally acclaimed golf courses . But many who visit, choose to stay for our great schools, low cost of living, and high quality of life .

LMCs main campus is nestled in a watery and wooded wildlife sanctuary, yet its less than a half-days drive from major metro areas including Chicago, Milwaukee, Detroit, and Indianapolis.

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