Lead Supplier Accounts Specialist

Brown University Health

$61K — $101K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate degree or equivalent experience required.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in Supplier Accounts or related fields.
  • Familiar with healthcare procurement systems and supplier requirements.
  • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, Workday, PeopleSoft, or Epic) is necessary.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the processing of supplier invoices and payments accurately and on time.
  • Collaborate with supply chain functions and stakeholders to maintain supplier relationships.
  • Review and audit supplier invoices and payment requests for accuracy.
  • Proactively resolve discrepancies or issues related to supplier accounts.
  • Support financial reporting and closing activities for accurate accounting.
  • Contribute to the development of standard procedures and internal controls.
  • Communicate effectively with suppliers regarding billing and payment inquiries.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with a focus on quality customer service.
  • Opportunities for mentorship and team training.
  • Engagement in cross-functional improvement projects.
  • Exposure to healthcare procurement processes within a well-established organization.
  • Participation in internal and external audits, enhancing professional development.
Full Job Description
SUMMARY

Under the supervision of BH Finance and Supply Chain Leadership -LeadSupplier Accounts Specialist is responsible for leading the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and payment requests in support of clinical and non-clinical operations, continually driving to improved quality and greater efficiency. Performance must provide a high-level of customer service and operational support to the caregivers and departments Supply Chain supports across BH facilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Plays a critical role in directing Supplier Accounts work, managing high-value supplier accounts, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of complex transactions, and executing pay transactions aligned with payment terms and service levels.
  • Partners closely and collaboratively across supply chain functions and with BH stakeholders to maintain effective supplier relationships and support uninterrupted patient care.
  • Reviews, processes, and audits supplier invoices and other internal and external payment requests with high diligence and accuracy.
  • Proactively anticipates issues, exceptions, and discrepancies and resolves them promptly.
  • Supports monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities including accruals, reconciliations, and financial reporting for Supplier Accounts
  • Contributes to standard operating procedures and internal controls
  • Effectively communicates with suppliers to verify billing accuracy and respond to payment inquiries.
  • Collaborates with requestors to verify the receipt and usage of orders, as necessary.
  • Oversees the monitoring of statements and outstanding balances for aging payment requests.
  • Oversees the maintenance of applicable records and files per standard processes and policy.
  • Supports internal and external audits, if requested.
  • Manages improvement projects for leadership, including cross-functional initiatives
  • Serves as an active resource for peers and others for training, questions, mentorship, and problem solving
  • Refers specific complex problems to leadership when clarification or guidance is required, presenting workable solutions


EXPERIENCE
  • Associate degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  • Minimum two years Supplier Accounts or related experience
  • Familiarity with healthcare procurement systems and supplier requirements
  • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, Workday, PeopleSoft, or Epic) required


SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP) and financial reporting tools
  • Expert knowledge of supplier invoice processing, PO matching, and payment reconciliations
  • Communication skills (verbal, written, visual)
  • Highly organized, deadline-driven, and capable of managing competing priorities
  • Adaptability, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work cross-functionally and influence without authority and effectively represent BH and Supply Chain in interactions with all levels of personnel within and outside the organization.


Pay Range:
$61,422.40-$101,337.60

Location:
Corporate Headquarters - 15 LaSalle Square Providence, Rhode Island 02903
Work Type:
Monday-Friday 8:00-5 PM
Work Shift:
Day
Daily Hours:
8 hours
Driving Required:
No

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