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City of Temple, TX

Accounts Payable Specialist - Purchasing

City of Temple, TX, Hitchcock, Texas, United States, 77563

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Summary Under supervision of the Purchasing Division Director and direction of the Accounts Payable Technician, this position performs accounts payable duties, manages the invoice reconciliation process, and performs minor administrative duties.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Manages invoice email inbox and reconciliation process

Maintains records of all new incoming invoices for tracking and follow-up, responds to vendor invoice inquiries, and provides exceptional customer service ensuring questions and issues are resolved timely and accurately

Receives all invoices via regular mail and distributes invoices via email to the appropriate departments for payment processing

Processes purchase order (PO)-supported invoices for payment in Naviline and resolve identified issues with the City department and/or vendor as assigned by the Accounts Payable Technician

Manages vendor Form W9s and information forms, both electronic and paper, to include set up of new vendors, update of existing vendors, and deactivation of old vendors ensuring vendor information provided is accurate in Naviline. Assist with IRS 1099 Form reconciliation process at year end

Maintains complete and accurate content on the Purchasing pages of the City’s website and intranet

Provides back-up duties as assigned; tasks include answering the department’s main phone line, responding to internal/external customers, pick-up / distribution of mail, and securing the facility at the end of the business day

Back-up the Warehouse Inventory Specialist when required, duties include operation of the forklift, issuance of parts, and the receipt, check-in, and stock of warehouse inventory items

Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in the department attendance policy

Follows the city policies, procedures, and safety guidelines

Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent

Three (3) years of experience in accounting, office setting, or related area

Intermediate level in Microsoft Word and Excel or related software

Ability to successfully pass testing related to Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, typing, and writing clarity

Prefer Red Qualifications

Associates degree in business, accounting, or related field

Knowledge of basic accounting procedures and practices

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid driver’s license

Thank you for your interest in the position. Please note only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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