Accounts Payable Specialist - Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department

State of Oklahoma•Oklahoma City, OK

1d•$43,500•Onsite

About The Position

Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities involving professional level work in the maintenance, analysis, interpretation and management of financial accounting data. This includes the preparation and posting of various journals, ledgers and accounts, analysis and presentation of financial data, and preparation of expenditure reports, review and approval of various vouchers and invoices for payment, analyzing budget requirements, allocation of funds to various accounts or functions, and other similar activities.

Requirements

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and theories.
Knowledge of financial statements and reports.
Knowledge of accounting ledgers and journals.
Knowledge of computer technology related to accounting systems.
Ability to prepare basic financial statements and reports.
Ability to review and analyze financial information.
Proficiency with 10-key and keyboard required.
A bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of bookkeeping for each year of the required degree.
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite

Nice To Haves

PeopleSoft experience in Accounts Payables

Responsibilities

Maintains payment files and ensures payments are completed timely.
Verifies accounting data, ensuring proper accounting procedures are followed.
Ensures accurate data entry.
Analyzes invoices and expense reports.
Interacts with vendors, management and other departments to verify payment details.
Processes invoices for payment.
Reviews P-card transactions for accuracy, editing as needed.
Processes employee withholding claims.
Research and reviews Purchase Orders and contracts for payment terms and conditions.
Resolves accounting discrepancies.
Maintains accurate financial records.
Performs other duties as assigned.