Accounts Payable Specialist
City Of Sandy Springs•Sandy Springs, GA
•$60,000 - $70,000•Onsite
About The Position
The City of Sandy Springs is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Finance team. This position plays a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely processing of vendor payments, employee reimbursements, and financial transactions that support City operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy problem-solving, and take pride in accuracy and organization, we encourage you to apply.
Requirements
- High school diploma required
- Associate degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required
- Five (5+) years of accounts payable, bookkeeping, or related accounting experience
- Experience using ERP/accounting software and Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Tyler/Enterprise ERP or similar municipal financial systems
- Previous municipal or local government finance experience highly preferred
Responsibilities
- Review and process invoices, payment requests, reimbursements, and vendor statements
- Verify purchase orders, contracts, and supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance
- Code and enter financial transactions into the City’s ERP/accounting system
- Process payments including checks, ACH, wires, and electronic disbursements
- Reconcile vendor accounts and resolve payment discrepancies
- Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation
- Assist with audits, month-end/year-end activities, and 1099 reporting
- Provide exceptional customer service to departments and external vendors
- Support process improvements and electronic payment initiatives
Benefits
- Three competitive medical plan options for you and your family, along with dental and vision coverage
- 10 paid holidays per year, plus 1 floating holiday
- Accrued paid vacation and sick leave
- City-paid life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
- A City-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- A robust retirement savings program: the City contributes 12% of your base salary to a 401(a) plan and matches up to 5% of your contributions to a 457(b) plan
- Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year after one year of service toward a relevant degree
- Identity Theft Insurance
- Access to an on-site gym
- FirstNet (AT&T) Phone Discount
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
