Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist
City of OFallon Missouri
Starting Pay: $23.56 per hour

The City of OFallon is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Finance team. This position plays a key role in supporting the Citys accounts payable operations and ensuring accurate timely financial processing. If you enjoy clerical work problemsolving and helping others wed love to consider you!

Position Summary
The Accounts Payable Specialist provides clerical support for the Citys accounts payable process including reviewing and processing payments maintaining vendor records responding to internal and external inquiries and ensuring compliance with City purchasing and financial policies.

Major Duties
Reviews and processes accounts payable including invoices utility refunds Pcards tax rebates court checks and payroll directs.
Reviews and processes purchase orders.
Maintains vendor files W-9s workers compensation documentation and everify files.
Assists departments with invoice coding and procedural questions.
Reconciles travel and training requests and approves local travel.
Assists vendors with payment inquiries tax-exempt statements W-9s and identification numbers.
Supports senior utility tax rebates data entry and check processing.
Prepares and distributes year-end tax information for vendors and the IRS.
Reviews uncashed checks and communicates with payees throughout the year.
Maintains the City Hall petty cash box.
Provides coverage for positions such as the Office Center and Administrative Assistant II as needed.
Ensures compliance with City purchasing and financial policies.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge & Skills Required
Knowledge of modern office practices procedures and equipment.
Understanding of accounts payable processes.
Basic mathematical proficiency.
Skill in using computers and job-related software.
Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Excellent customer service communication and interpersonal skills.

Minimum Qualifications
Education and training typically associated with specialized clerical or financial work in addition to a high school diploma.
One to two years of experience in a similar role or related apprenticeship/internship.
Ability to be bonded.

Why Work for the City of OFallon
The City of OFallon is committed to supporting the wellbeing of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Medical Dental and Vision insurance
Employerpaid Accident and Life Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Optional Pet Insurance
Wellness incentives and onsite workout facilities
Discounted membership at Renaud Fitness/Aquatic Center
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and IdentityTheft Protection
3 weeks of vacation for new hires
11 holidays plus 1 personal holiday
Sick leave and extended illness leave
Zen and lactation rooms in select facilities
Missouri LAGERS L6 Pension Plan participation
457(b) retirement plan options
Tuition reimbursement opportunities

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM

If you feel that you would be right for this position in OFallon Missouri please complete our application at . We look forward to meeting you!

The City of OFallon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify