Accounts Payable Clerk

Accounts Payable Clerk

As an Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for ensuring payments are processed accurately and timely in accordance with city policies & procedures, under the direction of the Comptroller. This is an opportunity that will allow you to enhance your career while gaining valuable experience. Apply today!

What You Will Do:

• Ensures state laws, regulations and city procedures are followed regarding accounting and purchasing transactions. Maintains appropriate records of assigned vendors and ensures vendors are paid in an accurate and timely manner
• Ensures payments are processed accurately by verifying vendor information, comparing invoices to approved purchase orders or requests for payment, verifying amounts and accounts are correct, and verifying appropriate approvals and all required supporting documentation exists for payment
• Generates cash disbursement reports for approval of the Comptroller
• Reconciles monthly vendor statements & files paid invoices in the appropriate vendor file, setting up new files, as necessary.
• Prepares/enters journal entries as directed by the Comptroller
• Verifies and posts daily deposits on a rotating basis
• Assists the revenue collection department as needed especially during peak collection periods

What You Need:

• Knowledge of accounting and purchasing procedures
• Knowledge of the organization, operation, policies, procedures, and relevant ordinances of the City
• Verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with employees and City vendors
• Computer skills include word processing, spreadsheets, databases and specialized accounting and financial software
• High school diploma or GED, required. Associate degree preferred, or extensive experience in a related field
• At least two (2) years experience in an accounts payable function or related position
• Governmental experience or knowledge of governmental accounting principles is preferred

What’s In It for You:

• Weekends off
• Monday - Friday 8am-5pm schedule
• $15.00 hour pay rate
• When you work as an employee of The Reserves Network, you are eligible to enroll in medical, dental and vision insurance, as well as direct deposit, and our referral bonus program!

The Reserves Network is a family-owned and veteran-founded company. Since 1984, we have been bringing employers and job seekers together in a variety of industries and positions.

As an equal opportunity employer, we value our employees and foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment. However you identify and whatever your background, we encourage you to apply today or you can download our mobile app to receive and accept real-time job notifications.