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SUNY Orange County Community College
Principal Clerk - Accounts Payable Office
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What they do
An Accounts Payable or Receivable Clerk keeps records of accounts and financial transactions, with specific responsibility for Accounts Payable/Receivable. Works for a business or bookkeeping service. Provides information for financial and tax reports completed by an accountant.
$49,406 / year median in New York
-7% projected decline
Job Description
Principal Clerk -
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Accounts Payable Office Responsibilities:
An employee in this position is responsible for performing a variety of routine Comptroller office tasks to guarantee that all preparation for department tasks are prepared following prescribed guidelines. The work is performed under the general supervision of a higher-level employee with leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative in work methods. The Accounts Payable department is responsible for processing, verifying, and ensuring timely and accurate payment of invoices to vendors and suppliers. This position may also assist with invoice review, data entry, payment processing, vendor inquiries, filing, and other related tasks as needed. The position requires strong attention to detail, accuracy, organization, and the ability to follow established proceduresOther:
Full-time, 12 months,Civil Service Permanent Appointment Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, 40 hours per week (one hour paid lunch). May require travel/work between both campuses.NOTE:
This title may be filled in one of the below two manners: 1.) Through Non-Competitive appointment in accordance with the HELP Program; OR 2.) Appointment off the appropriate Civil service competitive list.Job Requirements:
Experience Required:
Completion of 30 credit hours; OR graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and one (1) year total combined work experience (work experience may include combined part-time employment).Note :
Computer literacy will be evaluated during the probationary period.Experience Preferred :
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, computer/technology experience, ability to multitask, work independently and follow directions. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Highly organized with attention to detail. Bi-lingual preferred. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.Additional Information:
Deadline forApplying:
August 2, 2026 Position begins:ASAP Salary:
Starting salary - $24.9319/hr, Grade 7/Step 2, CSEA employees - according to contract Orange County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction or any other category protected by law. The College adheres to all federal and state civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in public institutions of higher education. Inquiries regarding this non-discrimination policy may be directed to: Iris Martinez-Davis, Civil Rights Compliance Officer, 115 South Street, Middletown NY 10940, (845) 341-4662, iris.martinezdavis@sunyorange.edu. To apply, visit http://occc.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=202789 je-e9a13f6f192c4866951a7320c58221ca