Accounts Payable Specialist I

COUNTY OF CARBON • Jim Thorpe, PA • 8h ago

OVERALL OBJECTIVE OF JOB: To provide data entry and input of statistical data and information into computer for processing of accounts payable and payroll within the Fiscal/Data Processing Department/Controller's Office and maintain official County file copy of all associated departmental documents/reports.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate degree in accounting or business administration preferred. 1-3 years' working experience in bookkeeping accounting computer operations or data processing. Or any acceptable combination of Education and Experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF JOB:

Prepares Accounts Payable Checks, reconciles discrepancies, prepares and distributes required reports/documentation for weekly Commissioner's meetings.

Perform bank reconciliation of departments bank statements and verify amounts within the financial statements in Controllers office on a weekly basis.

Enters weekly vouchers and purchase orders into system for payment.

Create new and maintain existing Vendor codes, remit addresses, email and phone numbers for correspondence.

Prepare payroll checks, reconcile discrepancies, prepare and distribute required reports and documentation.

Provides training and technical assistance to various departments and employees regarding software and hardware applications.

Prepares a variety of financial/statistical and custom reports and letters as required, both computer-generated and manual.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Must be able to speak and understand the English language and to follow oral and written instructions. Must possess good communication and interpersonal skills.

Must possess ability to function independently, have flexibility and personal integrity and the ability to work effectively with employees, co-workers and others.

Must possess ability to maintain confidentiality in regard to County information and records.

Must possess the technical knowledge of operating personal computers, other office equipment, and computer software's.

Must possess ability to pay attention to details, accuracy and concentrate on work.

Must possess knowledge of general accounting methods, policies and procedures, and the ability to prepare required financial reports and statements.

Must be able to handle a high volume and variety of work to be able to switch from one to another.

Must possess general knowledge of office practices and procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Works indoors in adequate work space, lighting, ventilation and temperatures.

Works indoors with average exposure to noise, stress and disruptions.

normal indoor exposure to dust/dirt.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to sit throughout the workday, with intermittent periods of standing, walking, bending, twisting, stooping, reaching, pulling, pushing, and carrying necessary to carry out duties of job.

Dexterity requirements range from simple to coordinated movements of fingers/hands; feet/legs and torso necessary to carry out duties of job.

Sedentary work, with frequent lifting/carrying of objects weighing up to thirty-five pounds.

Must demonstrate emotional stability.

Must be able to pay close attention to details and concentrate on work.

Must be able to cope with the physical and mental stress of the position.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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