Accounts Payable Specialist I

City of Atlanta • Atlanta, GA

1d • $23

About The Position

Provides accounting support in accounts payable. This is an experienced, skilled or technical accounting level capable of carrying out most assignments typical of the position or specialty with limited guidance or review. This level would be considered a promotional level and attainable by any incumbent in a work group who demonstrates the necessary knowledge, ability, and performance. Could be the only position in this specialty in a work group or could be part of a general or specialized work team. The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of GAAP
• Solid understanding of financial and accounting practices, policies and procedures
• Skill in use of Microsoft Office, accounting software, databases
• Good planning, organizational and communication skills
• Ability to determine when to escalate issues
• Ability to compile simple reports
• Ability to use independent judgment and discretion
• Completion of Technical or Vocational course of study or associate’s degree in accounting, Business Administration or Finance.
• Two years of experience in accounts payable and working in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to read, understand and communicate ideas orally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting with 2 years of accounting experience in multiple areas of accounting.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and process invoices and PO’s
• Verify and reconcile invoice discrepancies
• Balances accounts payable records
• Uses automated systems to input data, generate reports, conduct specialized research projects and respond to inquiries
• Prepares reports and gathers credit and/or other supporting documentation for reference
• Maintains databases by entering, updating, and retrieving data as well as formatting and generating reports
• Assists in resolution of outstanding invoice problems to resolve payment issues
• Responds to inquiries from internal and external customers
• May place calls or send messages to those with unresolved issues

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees