At Owens & Minor, we are a critical part of the healthcare process. As a Fortune 500 company with 50+ facilities across the US and 18,000 teammates in over 90 countries, we provide integrated technologies, products and services across the full continuum of care. Customers—and their patients—are at the heart of what we do.

Our mission is to empower our customers to advance healthcare, and our success starts with our teammates. 

Owens & Minor teammate benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, available on first working day
• 401(k), eligibility after 30 days of employment
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Development opportunities to grow your career with a global company

JOB SUMMARY

The Accounts Payable Clerk, Lead is responsible for: analyzing and processing complex AP transactions; maintaining reconciliation spreadsheets, interaction with vendor & procurement;  assisting clerical staff with issue resolution; coaching clerical staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviews the most complex invoices for all pertinent information such as quantity, description, unit price, freight, and payment terms.  Ensures proper signature. 
• Determines general ledger and department coding.
• Assigns, directs work and coaches staff. Schedules and organizes work assignments.
• Ensures work is performed accurately and efficiently. 
• Assists in developing procedures and policies, testing system enhancements and implementation.
• Researches the most complex problem accounts.
• Contacts vendors to resolve account discrepancies.
• Maintains cash transfer logs.  Reconciles cash receipts. Establishes and maintains accurate vendor files with address changes, tax payer I.D. codes and payment terms.

• Performs other duties as required

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides input on performance appraisals and selection, promotion, merit increases and employee discipline. 
• Typically oversees 2 - 4 nonexempt employees. 

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience

• Education or experience equivalent to a high school diploma is required. 
• At least five years related experience is required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations

• N/A

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Business Acumen
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Communication Proficiency
• Personal Effectiveness/Credibility

Computer Skills

• Basic skills in Access, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio, Word

Language Skills

• English (reading, writing, verbal)

Mathematical Skills

• Basic level mathematical proficiency, with a strong ability to understand, interpret and develop spreadsheet data.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is a stationary position that requires frequent sitting or standing, repetitive wrist motions, grasping, speaking, listening, close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.  It also may require occasional lifting, carrying, walking, climbing, kneeling, bending/stooping, twisting, pulling/pushing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching above the shoulder.  Employees in this position must be physically able to efficiently perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to assist or enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, upon request.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to moderate noise. 

TRAVEL

Occasional travel as required.

OTHER INFORMATION

The essential duties and responsibilities, physical requirements, and work environment described above are representative of those typically required for this position but may vary depending on staffing and business needs at specific locations. The inclusion or omission of a specific duty or physical requirement is, therefore, not determinative of whether that function is essential to a specific individual’s position.

If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. This position will accept applications on an ongoing basis.

Owens & Minor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.