Financial Specialist III – Accounts Payable

About the role

The Financial Specialist III – Accounts Payable provides complex clerical, accounting, and customer‑service support for East Texas A&M University. Working under general supervision, the specialist ensures timely and accurate payment of goods and services across all university divisions while adhering to state, system, and university financial policies.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and process payments for goods and services for every university division.
• Verify invoices, resolve discrepancies, and ensure compliance with applicable statutes and policies.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and support month‑end and year‑end closing activities.
• Provide responsive customer service to internal stakeholders regarding payment status and inquiries.
• Prepare and reconcile financial reports related to accounts payable.

Required profile

• Understands complex clerical and accounting procedures within a higher‑education environment.
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail and ability to follow established policies.
• Capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with internal departments and external vendors.

Required skills

• Knowledge of state, system, and university financial policies and procedures.
• Familiarity with standard accounts payable processes and documentation.