Finance Clerk I - Accounts Payable

Job Title: Fiscal Control And Governmental Accounting Clerk Under general supervision, performs fiscal control and governmental accounting work in a division of a large Town department. Is responsible for various parts of the bookkeeping cycle. Reports to Division Manager. Minimum requirements (must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated): Graduation from high school or equivalent. One (1) to two (2) years of experience in accounting-clerical work (processing invoices, payments, stop payments, or other related functions). Prior customer service experience is preferred. Vocational course work in bookkeeping or accounting is preferred. Special requirements: Strong attention to detail and ability to handle financial transactions accurately. Excellent customer service and communication skills. Ability to multi-task and manage front desk responsibilities while assisting with financial tasks. Essential functions: Assists in maintaining disbursement accounts for the Town, including encumbering of purchases, auditing of invoices, preparing vouchers, posting, reconciling and preparing trial balances and other necessary reports; maintains paid voucher files. Maintains various parts of complete set of general accounting books, which may include control accounts, and informs department directors of budget balances. Examines vouchers, invoices, audit reports or other posting media to determine their accuracy, completeness and conformance with laws and regulations. Contacts employees in Town departments and outside vendors concerning accounts and payments. Prepares balances and runs A/P checks and EFTs, including refund checks. Maintains spreadsheets for proper allocation of various utility payments across Town departments.

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