Account Clerk- Accounts Payable (PART-TIME)

City of Ferguson; Ferguson (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Ferguson is seeking a detail-oriented accounting clerk to support municipal financial operations. The role focuses on accounts payable, billing and recordkeeping in a local government setting.

Responsibilities include processing payments, reconciling bank activity, maintaining ledgers, and assisting public inquiries with accurate financial information. This on-site position requires strong numerical skills and adherence to city policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with accounting training or related experience.
• Strong bookkeeping knowledge and ability to interpret financial data.
• Proficient data entry and use of office equipment and software.
• Ability to communicate clearly with vendors, staff and the public.

Responsibilities

• Track, process and reconcile payments, purchase orders, invoices, statements, checks and refunds in line with financial policies.
• Set up new account information in the billing system.
• Contact new vendors and respond to their questions.
• Reconcile daily bank activity and related banking functions.
• Manage communication with department supervisors regarding accounts payable.
• Reconcile accounts receivable to the general ledger.
• Respond to billing questions and perform day-to-day financial transactions.
• Handle multiple accounts payable invoices and statements for accuracy.
• Provide customer service and maintain community relations.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Accounting knowledge

Data entry

Communication skills

Office equipment operation

General ledger understanding

Education

High school diploma or GED

Related training in accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Automated billing systems

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Employment Opportunities

The following is a listing of various job openings that are currently available.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Track, process and reconcile payments, purchase orders, invoices, statements, checks, refund requisitions etc., in compliance with financial policies.
• Setup new account information in billing system.
• Contact new vendors and answer any questions they may have.
• Reconcile daily bank activity and other banking functions.
• Manage communications with department supervisors and managers pertaining to the account payable process.
• Knowledge of general ledger accounting structures.
• Reconcile account receivable accounts to the general ledger.
• Research and respond to billing questions.
• Perform day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting and recording accounts receivables' data.
• Manage multiple accounts payable invoices and statements for accuracy.
• Operates various office machines.
• Responds to information inquiries from the public, vendors, and other departments.
• Provides effective and efficient customer services and promotes and maintains responsive community relations.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Graduation from high school (or GED) supplemented by training in accounting, bookkeeping, purchasing, or a related field; bookkeeping experience; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the following knowledge, abilities, and skills:

• Considerable knowledge of modern bookkeeping practices, procedures, and methods.
• Considerable knowledge of office terminology, procedures, and equipment.
• Considerable knowledge of automated accounting systems and their use in assigned area.
• Knowledge of fund accounting used in a municipal accounting system.
• Ability to proficiently use data processing equipment.
• Ability to maintain complex accounting records.
• Ability to perform detailed work accurately and to initiate and maintain necessary follow-up.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to make arithmetic calculations rapidly and accurately.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, and the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Skill in the operation of office machines

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Work is performed in an office setting as well as on-site involving outdoor work in the inspection of various land use developments, construction sites, and residential streets and parkways. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear; sit; use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand or walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Ferguson is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

The City of Ferguson makes every effort to fully comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. If you need assistance or accommodation for the application, interview, or a particular testing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-524-5256.