About this role
Accounts Payable Specialist II
Description
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Performs accounts payable work. Work involves processing of County invoices and payment in a timely manner. Communicate with County departments regarding purchase orders, invoices and payments. Answer inquiries from departments regarding account balances and encumbrances. Will scan, stamp, and file all documentation regarding payments.
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Examples of Work Performed
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Alerts departments of discrepancies with purchase orders and invoicing.
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Verifies account balances for deficiencies.
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Advises department regarding procedures for processing of payments.
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Submits journal entries for corrections or adjustments to accounts.
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Examines claims for validity and completeness prior to invoice entry.
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Maintains manual and automated batch log to ensure appropriate release of checks.
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Processes void and manual checks.
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Maintains and enter information for claims to generate appropriate checks for Commissioner’s Court.
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Interacts with County departments regarding vendor data or policies.
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Performs all other related duties as assigned.
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Education and Experience
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Graduation from a high school or equivalent (GED).
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Business Technical training.
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Two (2) years experience in accounts payable capacity.
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Certificates, Licenses and Registration
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Must have a current valid Texas motor vehicle operator’s license.
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Must be able to be insured by the County’s insurance carrier.
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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General accounting knowledge.
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Good verbal and written communication.
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10 key calculator.
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Knowledge of MS Word and Excel.
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Understand record keeping techniques.
Benefits
- The County of Hidalgo offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families.