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About Bering Straits Native Corporation Bering Straits Native Corporation (BSNC) was formed as a result of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) in 1972. BSNC became the regional Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) for the Bering Strait region, which encompasses the majority of the Seward Peninsula and the coastal lands of eastern Norton Sound. This is one of the most culturally diverse regions in the state. Three distinct Native languages are spoken: St. Lawrence Island Yupik, Central Yup’ik, and Inupiaq. About this position: Accounts Payable Specialist I Location: Anchorage, AK The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Applicants will be notified via phone or email within ten (10) business days of submittal. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Review invoices and check requests for accuracy and completeness. Assemble documents for computer input, verifying accuracy of itemized charges, accounts numbers, total costs and obtain required approvals. Verify that transactions comply with financial policies and procedures Enter invoices into the accounting system for multiple companies. Prepare and process accounts payable checks and ACH payments. Ensure timely payments of vendor invoices and expense reimbursements. Review vendor statements, invoices, investigate and resolve discrepancies. Reconcile and process expense reports and company credit card statements. Responds to vendor questions, inquiries and reconciliations. Provides accounts payable services to staff, projects and vendors. Assist in month end closing process. Performs other related tasks as may be assigned by the AP Manager and/or Controller. Required (Minimum Necessary) Qualifications Education Requirements High school diploma or equivalent. Level of Experience Requirements: At least one (1) year full-time accounts payable specific work experience in a high-volume environment. Ten key by touch. Ability to meet weekly deadlines. Ability to balance multiple competing priorities under deadlines. Good organizational and time management skills. Good interpersonal skills and able to work in a team environment. Dependable and punctual. Current experience processing accounts payable preferably in government contracting, and multi company environment. Costpoint experience or similar system. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as Microsoft products, word processing, managing paper and electronic files and records, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology. Managing one's own time. Using computers and computer system software to enter data, or process information. The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand Preferred Moderate level of computer skills required including proficiency using Microsoft Office programs such as Teams and email system. Current experience processing accounts payable in government contracting, and multi company environment. Experience with Sharepoint or other AP invoice routing system. Supervisory Responsibilities · This position will not have supervisory responsibilities. DOT Covered/Safety-Sensitive Role Requirements · This position is not subject to federal requirements regarding Department of Transportation “safety-sensitive” functions. Necessary Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Employees must always maintain a constant state of mental alertness. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; most of time is spent sitting in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move about. Some lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds required. Work Environment The work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Employees must always maintain a constant state of situational awareness. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job is performed in one’s own home or in an office setting with exposure to computer screens and requires extensive use of a computer, keyboard, mouse and multi-line telephone system. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Additional Qualifying Factors As a condition of employment, you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and have acceptable background check results. If applicable to the contract, you must also obtain and maintain the appropriate clearance levels required and must also be able to obtain access to military installations. Shareholder Preference BSNC gives hiring, promotion, training, and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, shareholder descendants and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job. Bering Straits Native Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by state or federal law, or any other basis prohibited by law.