Vendor Relations Specialist jobs in Lakewood, WA

The Specialist II, AP Vendor Setup, performs AP functions to ensure timely and accurate processing and payment of vendor invoices in alignment with DaVita policies and procedures. The position is responsible for ensuring department goals are met timely and in alignment with DaVita’s Mission and Core Values. The Specialist II performs the duties of a level I teammate, with a higher accuracy rate and a larger and/or more complex workload.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION

• Vendor maintenance (setup, update, research)

• Reviewing requests to determine both tax classification and tax reporting requirements
• Confirming EIN/SSN using IRS TIN Matching program
• Reviewing OIG/SAM sites for possible excluded vendors
• Validating address for accuracy using USPS site
• Utilize a loader template for mass update to vendor records
• Assist with the cleanup of vendor records or other related projects

• Research vendor records, verifying vendor information

• Reviewing requests to determine both tax classification and tax reporting requirements
• Review wire payments for tax reporting requirements
• Assist with the issuance of 1099-MISC forms to vendors, file with the IRS and make corrections
• Corresponding with vendors and field on Referral Source Determination and W-9 requests, including the removal of vendor holds
• ACH verification and payment method setup
• Answering questions from and/or assisting the team
• Makes corrections resulting from weekly audits

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 - 4 years of experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Typing /10 key by touch
• Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills
• Working knowledge of Oracle
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Detail oriented with high accuracy
• For IRS TIN Matching, proof of existing credit history limited to one of the below:
  
  • Credit Card (cannot be American Express or a debit card)
  • Student Loan
  • Mortgage or Home Equity Loan
  • Home Equity Line of Credit
  • Auto Loan
• U.S. based mobile phone number registered in applicant's name that is able to receive text messages (also for IRS Tin matching)

What We’ll Provide:

More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
• Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more

• Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita’s online training platform StarLearning.

Salary/ Wage Range

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience and may fall outside of the range shown. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits