Accounts Payable Specialist
Accounts Payable Specialist
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Job Description
Position Description
Position Overview:
Accounts Payable Specialist is to support the department with the timely resolution of the comprehensive accounts payable issues. This position reports to the Accounts Payable Supervisor.
Job Duties:
- Coordinates with other divisions within the Office of the County Engineer Precincts and local agencies.
- Request new purchase orders addendums and replacements in PeopleSoft.
- Receive/Process invoices through eBuilder.
- Review and approve invoices in OpenText.
- Coordinate with vendors.
- Receive/Process requests from eBuilder and Tririga.
- Receive invoices in PeopleSoft.
- Monitor PO balances and allot payments to correct accounts.
- Enter Court approval dates for invoices.
- Process RFPs.
- Conduct research assemble and analyze data.
- Meet deadlines.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and even when considered may not automatically disqualify the candidate.Requirements
Education:
- High School diploma or equivalent
Experience:
- At least 2 years of Accounts Payable experience
Knowledge Skill & Abilities (KSAs):
- Office 365 Experience (Outlook Word Excel).
- Ability to operate basic office equipment.
- Adobe PDF.
- Strong written and verbal skills to communicate effectively with the various governmental agencies and the public.
- Strong organizational skills in maintaining records and files.
- Analytical skills and attention to detail - review invoice coding/images.
- Accuracy and efficiency - input data timely & accurately.
- Ability to learn newly implemented software with proficiency and adapt to procedure changes with ease.
- Ability to effectively prioritize daily tasks and be able to work on multiple tasks within time constraints as required.
- A valid Texas drivers license a good driving record and the ability to drive a county vehicle.
- Appear for scheduled work and regular reliable and punctual attendance.
- Establish and maintain cooperative effective and productive working relationships using tact patience and courtesy.
NOTE:Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentationbutONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.Preferences
Education:
- Some relevant college or courses
Experience:
- Experience with Invoice OCR - Workflow Management Systems.
- Experience with complex procure-to-pay solutions Systems.
- Experience developing and delivering training.
Knowledge Skill & Abilities (KSAs):
- Knowledge of PeopleSoft ERP system.
- Proficient Microsoft Excel skills and good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites (Word Outlook PowerPoint Visio).
- Ability to exercise flexibility in accommodating shifting priorities demands and schedules.
- Working knowledge of Harris County government and procedures.
- Knowledge of eBuilder project management software.
General Information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Full-Time Regular 40 hours per week.
Subject to early mornings late evenings weekends and holidays at times depending upon the project or workload.Salary: Commensurate with experience based on 26 pay periods.
Physical Demands and Environmental Exposure:
- Most assignments will be performed in an office meeting or operations command center environment but some field work may be required. May be required to work extended work hours during activation of disaster recovery operations for an unspecified length of time (varies based on the extent of the event).
- This position requires bending stooping and lifting to 25 lbs. frequent walking standing sitting reaching and ascending/descending stairs.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
FEATURED BENEFITS:
Medical vision and dental insurance.
Wellness.
Professional development opportunity.
Flexible spending account.
457 deferred compensation plans.
Retirement pension (TCDRS).
Transportation assistance (Metro Ride Sponsor Program).
Disability and life insurance.
Harris County is a Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
