Accounts Payable Specialist

About the role

This position is responsible for providing backup support to the Accounts Payable associate and performing day-to-day processing of accounts payable transactions to ensure municipal finances are maintained accurately and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Back up for Accounts Payable associate, direct orders, defect PORMS, vendor files
• Maintain assigned vendor accounts payable files (Vendor setup, ACH setup, Vendor invoicing, etc)
• Perform the day-to-day processing of accounts payable transactions to ensure that municipal finances are maintained in an effective, up to date, and accurate manner
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues
• Identify, implement, and assist with accounting projects/redesigns
• Schedule weekly check run
• Monitor vendor accounts and APTP report to ensure payments are made timely
• Cross train where needed

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration is preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of related work experience
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Demonstrate knowledge of general accounting procedures