- Responsible for the pre-audit, verification and validation of invoices in compliance with County policy and procedures.
- Applies knowledge of accounts payable functions with exposure to governmental accounting; including the use of governmental fund and budget accounting concepts.
- Responsible for the pre-audit of invoices; which includes detailed review, verification and validation for the appropriate accounting and compliance with purchase order(s), contract terms and/or funding agency requirements.
- Conducts analysis for available funding on the purchase order and departmental budget.
- Responsible for ensuring compliance with the use of public funds for legal and public purpose.
- Applies knowledge of detailed County policies and procedures, Florida Statute, Federal, IRS and agency funding requirements.
- Manages independently a high volume of detailed and complex transactions, requiring the ability to organize, multitask and prioritize to meet assignment deadlines.
- Utilizes Microsoft Office Programs; Excel, Word and Outlook.
- Processes accounts payable data by scanning, keying and validation in ORACLE Accounts Payable system application.
- Provides verbal and written communication to County contacts and vendors regarding cost allocations, documentation and the status of invoices and payments.
- Assist with special projects, staff training, system testing and review.
- Performs other related job duties as assigned.
- 3 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, purchasing, or finance support and practical use of computer equipment; or
- An Associate's degree and 1 year of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, purchasing, or finance support and practical use of computer equipment; or
- 3 years of other related college level education in accounting, business administration, or related field that include practical use of computer equipment; or
- An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
- Assignment to work a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations.
- Accounts Payable experience
- Experience with ORACLE Applications.
- Governmental accounting experience
- Experience with scanning, indexing and knowledge of paperless documentation systems.
- Comprehensive medical coverage at a low cost:
- Benefits packageincludes health, vision, prescription, dental, life insurance, disability, and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
- Florida Retirement System (FRS): Choose the Investment Plan or Pension Plan
- Generous leave time including 9 to 11 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, 2 personal days (pro-rated), and 15 days of annual leave the first year
- Tuition reimbursementup to $2, per year
- Wellness Programincluding a Wellness Center, gym discounts, and classes.
- Deferred compensation plans from four providers
- To learn more, see What We Offer
Finance Operations Technician - Clearwater, United States - Pinellas County FL
Description
Finance Operations Technician - Accounts Payable
Classification Title: Finance Operations Technician, C19
Location: 14 S. Ft. Harrison Ave., Clearwater FL
Schedule: Hybrid in office & remote schedule available
Are you passionate about ensuring government spending is directed towards a public purpose? Are you known for your meticulous attention to detail? Do you thrive in diverse interpersonal interactions? If you answered yes to these questions, we invite you to continue reading and apply for our Accounts Payable Technician position within our dedicated Pinellas County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller Finance Division.
This position is responsible for Accounts Payable functions following County policy and procedures as well as State Statutes and grant requirements. The role will perform highly technical accounting and financial work analyzing, processing and recording financial transactions covering a variety of Pinellas County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Board of County Commissioners office operations. The position will provide a wide-range of administrative and technical support for multiple agencies and departmental operations that require centralized and comprehensive services for maintenance and processing of county-wide finance, accounting, reporting and recordkeeping systems covering major operations and activities including, but not limited to accounts payable, contract research, and other processes related to financial transactions. This position is responsible for the pre-audit, verification and validation of invoices in AP Oracle application in compliance with County policy and procedures.The position reports to a Finance Operations Supervisor.
What Would You Do?
What Do You Need To Have?
Highly Desirable
Our benefits rank among the top in the area
Medical Plan Premiums
Choose from two medical plans which offer the same low premiums and include medical care, prescription coverage, behavioral/mental health and vision care.
Coverage
Biweekly Cost
Employee Only
$13.09
Employee and Spouse or Domestic Partner
$.16
Employee and Child(ren)
$.60
Family
$.67
Want To Learn More?
Please review the full classification description with the Physical/Mental Demands, Working Conditions, and Knowledge, Skills, and abilities at the below link.