Position Overview
The Accounts Payable Auditor is an Accounting Specialist who supports the financial operations of the University by performing essential accounts payable functions, with a focus on compliance, accuracy, and customer service. Responsibilities include reviewing and processing procurement card (P-Card) transactions, supplier invoices, employee travel reimbursements, and purchase requisitions. This position will also process p-card requests, changes, and p-card distribution.

At the University of Kansas, we offer a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work. This will be based on KU's main campus in Lawrence, Kansas.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Generous University-paid contribution of 8.5% of your salary to your retirement account with immediate vesting.
• Substantial time off with 22 paid vacation days per year, in addition to 11 paid holidays plus sick leave.
• Low-cost medical, dental and pharmacy plans (https://humanresources.ku.edu/health-insurance-programs).
• Well-being program with opportunity to earn lower health care rates.
• Employer paid basic life and long-term disability insurance.
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by KU Tuition Assistance Program.

Due to complex state employment laws, the University of Kansas may be unable to hire fully remote workers for this position outside of Kansas. Specifically, we cannot currently offer employment to candidates residing in the following states: California and Delaware. We appreciate your understanding and invite interested individuals from eligible states to apply.
Job Description
60% - Accounts Payable Review

• This position will review accounts payable transactions (supplier invoices, p-card transactions, travel reimbursement, personal reimbursement, and purchase requisitions) for business purpose, appropriate supporting documentation, coding, and compliance with university and State of Kansas policies and procedures.

25% - Procurement Card Maintenance

• This position will be responsible for assisting with the maintenance, issuance, and cancellation of p-cards. Additionally, this position will monitor the p-card and respond appropriately. This position will serve as a liaison between the cardholder with the issuing bank.

10% - Customer Service/Liaison

• This position will serve as liaison with the Shared Service Center and campus departments regarding compliance and proper procedures. Guidance is provided to Oracle users regarding guidelines for invoice entry, supplier questions, account codes, funds and encumbrances for university expenditures.

5% - Other Accounting Duties as Assigned

• Assist in other special accounting projects and/or analyses as assigned by management personnel, including maintenance of current documentation for processes and procedures required to perform this position. Crosstrain with other staff to provide back-up.

Required Qualifications

1. High school diploma or GED equivalency AND three (3) years of relevant experience OR bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
   • Relevant experience to include experience in the following:
     1. Professional accounting/auditing work in an automated system as evidenced in application materials.
     2. Experience with MS Office software as evidenced by application materials.
2. Excellent written communication skills as evidenced by application materials.
3. Work history that required being reliable and working independently as evidenced in application materials.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience with Oracle Financials or other ERP systems as shown in application materials.
2. Three (3) years of experience using Microsoft Excel for the development of formulas, pivot tables, data manipulation, and charts.
3. Work experience with interpreting, explaining, and applying purchasing contracts as evidenced in application materials.
4. Experience working in a university or higher educational environment as evidenced in application materials.
5. One (1) year experience in accounts payable, travel expense reporting and auditing.

Contact Information to Applicants
Mike Lewis
malewis@ku.edu
Additional Candidate Instruction

In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:

• Cover letter describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications.
• Resume.
• List of three (3) professional references.

Only complete applications will be considered.

Application review begins Monday, June 30, 2025 and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants are identified.
Advertised Salary Range
starting at $40,000
Application Review Begins
30-Jun-2025
Anticipated Start Date
20-Jul-2025
Primary Campus
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
FTE
1.0
Reg/Temp
Regular
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Employee Class
U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Work Location Assignment
Telework
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.