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Hidalgo County, TX
Accounts Payable Specialist II
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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.
$43,868 / year median in Texas
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Performs accounts payable work. Work involves processing of County invoices and payment in a timely manner. Communicate with County departments regarding purchase orders, invoices and payments. Answer inquiries from departments regarding account balances and encumbrances. Will scan, stamp, and file all documentation regarding payments. Alerts departments of discrepancies with purchase orders and invoicing. Verifies account balances for deficiencies. Advises department regarding procedures for processing of payments. Submits journal entries for corrections or adjustments to accounts. Examines claims for validity and completeness prior to invoice entry. Maintains manual and automated batch log to ensure appropriate release of checks. Processes void and manual checks. Maintains and enter information for claims to generate appropriate checks for Commissioner's Court. Interacts with County departments regarding vendor data or policies. Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Graduation from a high school or equivalent (GED). Business Technical training. Two (2) years experience in accounts payable capacity.
General accounting knowledge. Good verbal and written communication. 10 key calculator. Knowledge of MS Word and Excel. Understand record keeping techniques.
Graduation from a high school or equivalent (GED). Business Technical training. Two (2) years experience in accounts payable capacity.
Certificates, Licenses and Registration:
Must have a current valid Texas motor vehicle operator's license. Must be able to be insured by the County's insurance carrier.General accounting knowledge. Good verbal and written communication. 10 key calculator. Knowledge of MS Word and Excel. Understand record keeping techniques.