Accounts Payable Team Leader (CO)
About The Position
Under the direction of the Manager of the Comptroller’s Office, the Accounts Payable (AP) Team Leader performs advanced and professional accounting work with little supervision, using independent judgment to resolve problems in the County’s general ledger financial application system. The role is responsible for accounts payable activities and other functions as assigned, and supervises ten Accounts Payable Finance Clerks in the Comptroller’s Office. The AP Team Leader directs accounts payable functions to ensure compliance with the County’s Administrative Code and the Florida Uniform Accounting Systems Manual. The position contributes to process and procedure development, supports financial reporting and audits, and works with the Clerk’s Information Systems team to troubleshoot accounting application issues. The role also assists with accounting, purchasing, budgeting, and internal control matters, and performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience sufficient to perform the essential duties.
- Five years of governmental experience in accounting or auditing, including three years of supervisory experience.
- Valid Florida driver’s license.
- Knowledge of Florida statutes, regulations, policies, and procedures governing the work unit.
- Knowledge of governmental accounting, auditing, and financial reporting principles and practices.
- Ability to research and apply GASB standards and pronouncements.
- Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills.
- Ability to analyze data and prepare financial reports as needed.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing.
- Ability to interact professionally and maintain effective working relationships with officials, fellow employees, superiors, County staff, and the public.
Responsibilities
- Direct all accounts payable functions to ensure compliance with the County’s Administrative Code and the Florida Uniform Accounting Systems Manual.
- Manage and supervise ten Accounts Payable Finance Clerks, including preparing performance reviews, handling disciplinary actions, and identifying training needs.
- Contribute to the development of processes and procedures.
- Initiate and review bank wire transfers as necessary.
- Monitor Procurement Card purchases to ensure information is complete.
- Prepare journal entries to record investment activity and other financial entries.
- Review and approve purchase requisitions as needed.
- Work with the Clerk’s Information Systems team to troubleshoot issues in the accounting application.
- Ensure proper year-end cut-off for services procured and goods received before year-end but invoiced afterward.
- Assist in compiling information for the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).
- Prepare the Statistical Section of the ACFR.
- Assist with preparing and/or reviewing audit schedules for interim and year-end audits.
- Work directly with the Clerk’s Inspector General’s Office and external auditors.
- Assist with researching and resolving accounting, purchasing, and budgeting issues.
- Assist in ensuring compliance with internal control procedures.
- Assist with reviewing general ledger accounts for completeness, accuracy, and consistency with GAAP.
- Assist with developing and maintaining training for Accounts Payable Finance Clerks.
- Analyze existing procedures and systems and develop and recommend work procedures, controls, and forms to promote efficient and effective fiscal management.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
