Job Description

Are you looking to work in a dynamic environment and be part of a collaborative and goal-oriented team?

Do you consider yourself a self-starter and enthusiastic problem solver with good communication skills and the capability to handle multiple priorities?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

We seek someone to help us perform accounts payable processing activities in accordance with internal practices and government regulations. If you are a candidate with a strong focus on partnering and continuous process improvement, who is detailed and demonstrates excellent organizational, prioritization and interpersonal skills, then this is the role for you.

As an Accounts Payable Processor...

• Your primary responsibility will be to use Oracle applications to process and review invoices and employee reimbursements. Your attention to detail is crucial to ensuring completeness and accuracy, compliance with internal policy and regulatory protocols, and delivery of high-quality service in a timely manner.
• You will prepare and process payment runs and bank transactions to ensure timely recording and reconciliation of payments for the goods and services needed to support our business.
• Using your strong interpersonal and communication skills, we expect you to work with team members across the enterprise and external organizations to investigate, analyze, and resolve outstanding invoicing, reimbursement, and payment issues. Cultivating productive relationships and information sharing is essential to the successful execution of APL’s mission.
• Your solution-oriented approach will be instrumental in offering ideas to improve the overall accounts payable practices.
• You will perform other accounts payable duties as assigned, including supporting Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) audit requests.

Note: This job summary and listing of duties describes the position and its essential functions at the time of hire and may change over time.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Possess a High School diploma or equivalent and have 3 or more years of experience handling business expense reconciliations and invoice activities
• Exhibit outstanding attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Have the ability to collaboratively perform in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Are excellent at multitasking, extracting data needs, prioritizing assignments, communicating progress, and meeting deadlines
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work with all levels of staff and vendors
• Have a strong desire to learn and can easily adapt to changing environments
• Show a proficiency in working with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Adobe

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Have an Associate’s degree in Accounting or relevant field
• Have 5 or more years of experience in handling business expense reconciliations and invoice activities
• Have strong experience receiving, reviewing, approving and paying suppliers or vendors
• Have experience auditing and/or processing travel reimbursements for government contracts
• Have general knowledge of IRS guidelines related to AP expense and invoice payments Have Experience with the Oracle ERP Accounts Payable and Internet Expense modules and/or other APL computer systems
• Have experience in a Department of Defense (DoD) or Government contracting environment

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

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