ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST - ACCOUNTING DEPARTMENT

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST

ACCOUNTING DEPARTMENT

Open: March 23, 2018

Closing: April 13, 2018 @ 3:00 P.M

PRIMARY FUNCTION

To provide accounting service by performing accounts payable, cash disbursements, preparing invoices, travel advance, vouchers, deposits, and other duties for efficient performance. Reports to Director of Finance, full-time position with benefits, salary; DOQ.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Responsible for all accounts payable and cash disbursements for the General Fund, Worker's Compensation and Educational Activities fund

• Prepares all invoices to be paid and enters into the computer on a daily basis

• Prepares all travel advance requests and travel close-outs that are turned into the Accounting Office and maintains employee files for current driver's license and vehicle insurance

• Prepares monthly bank reconciliations for accounts

• Assists Accounts and Data Processing Manager with financial records when needed

• Prepares receipt vouchers and makes deposits when necessary

• Maintains vendor files for all disbursement and receipt vouchers

• Responsible for coding and entering data into computer for disbursements, receipts and general journal entries

• Responsible for maintaining current checkbook balances for all accounts

• Maintains postage meter, keeps current postage balance and refills postage when low

• Attends training to keep abreast of current financial management

• Performs other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/WORK EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

• GED/High School Diploma

• Two (2) year experience in accounting

• Knowledge of various calculating and posting machines

• Knowledge of computers using various software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel)

• Ability to perform a variety of duties, ranging from direct involvement in report analysis to coordination of accounting procedures with other departments

• Must be familiar with confidentiality rules and regulations

• Employment contingent upon successfully passing Pre-Employment Drug/Alcohol Test

TO APPLY: Applications and copies of certificates/diplomas accepted at the Government Center –Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 546, Red Lake, MN 56671 Phone (218) 679-1847