Job Details

Accounts Payable

Position Number: 7061767
Location: Orem, UT
Position Type: Business - Accounting

Accounts Payable

Salary: $37,021.00 - $43,554.00 Annually
Job Type: FT Nonexempt Salaried Staff
Job Number: FY2605759
Closing: 4/19/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Location: 800 W University Parkway, Orem
Division: VP Finance and Auxiliary Services

Position Announcement

At Utah Valley University, the Accounts Payable role gives you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact behind the scenes. You'll help keep operations moving by processing invoices, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining accurate records in a high-volume setting where your consistency truly matters. If you enjoy structured work, take pride in getting the details right, and want to grow your skills within a friendly, dependable team, this position offers a stable, rewarding place to build your career.

Summary of Responsibilities

Under general departmental direction, oversees the operation of the purchasing system in Accounts Payable, which includes using the purchasing computer system to order, receive, and pay for goods and services, and the entire process of paying invoices from Purchase Orders; organizes and maintains accurate bookkeeping and accounting control records.
Coordinates and performs the payment process on Purchase Orders; coordinates auxiliary accounts and utilities for approximately departments and offices; reviews all records and communicates with the vendors; works with the Purchasing Department, Receiving Department, and individual departments to meet purchase order specifications and to ensure timely payment of invoices.
Handles and interprets vendor and departmental inquiries; assists with various office duties; and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

Completion of high school and two years of related experience; OR an equivalent combination of post-high-school education and related experience totaling two years.

Preferred Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited institution with an associate's degree in Business, Accounting, or a closely related field and one year of experience related to the summary of duties; OR any combination of education and/or experience and/or experience as described above totaling three years.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge

Knowledge of basic accounting and record-keeping processes and procedures
Knowledge of money control and security.

Skills

Skills with office equipment, computers, and computer software (e.g., Excel, Word, etc.).
Interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Abilities

Ability to meet and work with the public.
Ability to follow instructions.

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/uvu/jobs/5298817/accounts-payable

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