Accounts Payable Clerk - Public Agency
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Overview
Job Description
Our client, a public agency, is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to support their finance department on a temporary basis. The ideal candidate is highly organized, computer-savvy, and experienced in accounts payable processes.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Perform clerical accounting duties, including processing and maintaining accounts payable and receivable records
Assist in preparing and maintaining accounting reports, schedules, and financial data
Support payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions, including account verification
Post and maintain expenditure records according to established classifications
Prepare financial data for budget development and reporting
Process purchase orders, requisitions, invoices, and related documents; follow up as needed
Maintain organized filing systems for financial records and documents
Respond to inquiries from employees and the public in a professional and timely manner
Operate standard office equipment and software systems
Assist team members and perform additional administrative and accounting duties as assigned
Create and manage spreadsheets for tracking and reporting purposes
Qualifications:
Strong computer proficiency, including word processing and spreadsheet applications (Excel required)
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organizational and time management skills
Knowledge of basic accounting, bookkeeping, and financial record-keeping principles
Familiarity with municipal accounting procedures is a plus
Ability to prepare and maintain financial and statistical records
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively and respond to inquiries professionally
Experience & Training:
Minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible accounting clerical experience
Prior experience in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable required
Experience comparable to an Accounting Clerk role preferred
Full-time
Pay = $20-25/hr (DOE)
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