UTS Temporary Vendor Request Technician (remote) at UNC Chapel Hill

Remote; Monday - Friday from 8 am - 5 pm

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill conducts business with many domestic and foreign vendors, as well as Independent Contractors. Each has its own process of enrollment and policy, which must be adhered to when establishing these business relationships. Accounts Payable and Vendor Services manages all aspects of vendor invoicing, including establishing protocols of enrollment for both Foreign and Domestic vendors into the UNC-Chapel Hill payment system.

Vendor Request Technician daily tasks include:

Approving requests requires the following but is not limited to Forms W9 and W-8BEN review, tax classification review, tax settings review and entry, address and banking review, and Independent Contractor documentation evaluation.

This position handles sensitive information, which includes Tax Identification Numbers and banking for both individuals and entities. Proper handling of sensitive information is very important.

This position also provides a great deal of assistance to the Accounts Payable Vendor Team along with a great deal of customer service to the University's departments and vendors.

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High attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy for Independent Contractor and vendor request approval are required.

Candidate must possess the ability to concentrate, work quickly, and consider details presented in multiple formats and sources to make appropriate processing assessments per policy.

Candidate must also possess high-level customer service skills and ability to communicate via phone and email clearly.

Experience with PeopleSoft and/or PaymentWorks software is ideal but is not required.

UNC-Chapel Hill and NC State University are collaborating to extend NC State's internal temporary staffing function as a shared service for both institutions. Under this partnership, UTS provides exclusive temporary staffing services to UNC-Chapel Hill and NC State, employing candidates to work as temporary employees in a variety of jobs on both campuses. If you are interested in applying to this position please click on the following link: https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/215264

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.