Accounts Payable Specialist

Nebraska Public Power District

. Process vendor invoices in compliance with established policies, regulations, financial controls, and tax requirements .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeColumbus • Nebraska • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $4,184 - $5,126 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in processing vendor invoices while ensuring compliance with financial controls and tax regulations. Proficient in managing approval workflows and resolving discrepancies, with strong analytical and organizational skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Accounts Payable ExperienceSAP ProficiencySales And Use Tax KnowledgeInvoice ProcessingData Entry Management

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Hard Skills

Vendor Invoice ProcessingFinancial Controls ComplianceData EntryInvoice Discrepancy ResolutionPurchase Order Matching1099 ReportingWorkflow ImprovementDocument RetentionPayment ProcessingKOFAX Experience

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailAnalytical SkillsEffective CommunicationProblem-SolvingCustomer Service

Tools & Technologies

SAPConcurKOFAXSharePoint

Industry Keywords

Financial RegulationsTax RequirementsVendor ManagementAccounts PayableBusiness Finance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process vendor invoices in compliance with established policies, regulations, financial controls, and tax requirements
Interpret and apply guidelines accurately while identifying workflow improvements and implementing best practices
Ensure invoice approvals and records retention, especially for confidential or business-sensitive invoices
Review and process special pay requests and related documentation; maintain SharePoint records
Review invoices for early-payment discounts and prioritize them to maximize savings
Perform data entry and manage approval workflows in KOFAX, SAP, and Concur
Match invoices to purchase orders and monitor blanket purchase orders
Research and resolve invoice discrepancies with purchasing teams, receiving teams, and vendors
Verify vendor account activity and apply discounts, credits, and outstanding balances accurately
Serve as liaison between internal departments and vendors to resolve inquiries
Address incorrect sales tax, vendor information, missing purchase order numbers, missing invoices, and payment verification issues
Apply Nebraska sales and use tax laws and 1099 withholding laws
Coordinate with Treasury and Accounting to schedule payments based on cash availability and vendor incentives
Process payments by check, ACH, wire transfer, or virtual credit card twice per week or as needed
Research potential duplicate invoices before processing payments
Maintain documentation for wire payments and follow up on outstanding checks, voids, and reissues
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, or related field; OR associate degree in business, finance, accounting, or related field plus a minimum of 2 years of accounts payable, finance, accounting, or business experience; OR high school diploma/GED plus a minimum of 4 years of accounts payable, finance, accounting, or business experience
Ability to handle multiple duties and responsibilities, set priorities, organize workload, and work under tight deadlines
Attention to detail and a questioning attitude
Effective analytical, communication, proofreading, problem-solving, and customer service skills
Knowledge of sales and use tax regulations and 1099 reporting requirements preferred
Knowledge of and experience with SAP or similar ERP or invoicing software preferred
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Ability to prioritize tasks, manage workload efficiently, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
United States citizenship/nationality, lawful permanent residence, or legal authorization to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual Incentive Program (AIP) eligibility
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with employer matching after six months
457(b) retirement plan
Retiree healthcare benefits
Life benefit for designated beneficiaries
Health Savings Account annual contribution
Wellness initiatives
Vacation
Paid holidays
Personal and family medical leave
Birth mother recovery leave
Parental child bonding leave
Life insurance equivalent to two times annual salary at no cost
Personal accident insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Critical illness insurance
Hospital indemnity insurance
Long-term care insurance
Pre-paid legal/identity theft plan
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
College tuition reimbursement
Relocation assistance
Complimentary Employee Assistance Program access
Training opportunities