Accounts Payable Accountant

State-of-Georgi; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telecommute option

Pre-tax benefits for health, dental, &

Disability insurance

Retirement plans

Paid holidays & vacation

Job summary

Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB) is hiring an Accounts Payable Accountant. The Accounts Payables Accountant will work in the Finance department and is responsible for processing vendor invoices, reconciling financial accounts, and executing timely payments to manage company expenses accurately according to the State of Georgia.

The Accounts Payables Accountant will report to the Payables Manager. GPB is a statewide dual licensee comprised of 9 PBS television stations and 22 NPR radio stations

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Accounting/Finance required.
• One year of accounting/finance experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 required.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and payments in a timely manner.
• Reconcile accounts and perform AP month-end close tasks.
• Assist with 1099 reporting and AP-related queries.

Education

Associates degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Concur

GA TeamWorks

GA@WORK

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title

Accounts Payable Accountant

Agency

Public Telecommunications Commission, Georgia

Job Requisition ID

JR0000002755

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details

SALARY COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE

Job Description

Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB) is hiring an Accounts Payable Accountant. The Accounts Payables Accountant will work in the Finance department and is responsible for processing vendor invoices, reconciling financial accounts, and executing timely payments to manage company expenses accurately according to the State of Georgia. The Accounts Payables Accountant will report to the Payables Manager. GPB is a statewide dual licensee comprised of 9 PBS television stations and 22 NPR radio stations that broadcast across the state of Georgia.

Candidate Responsibilities

• Reviews, matches, and process invoices, receiving reports, use slips, contracts, purchase orders, and recurring expenses daily into the Accounts Payable module.
• Prepares invoices for payment in accordance with State of Georgia policies and procedures.
• Audits and reviews various vendors invoices, utility bills, travel reimbursement requests, contracts, and other requests for payments for accuracy, completeness, and proper general ledger coding.
• Works with budget to clear expenses and budget errors.
• Verify payment status of incoming invoices request before processing current invoices to prevent overpayment.
• Audits and processes travel expenses for staff and consultants in Concur system.
• Assist employees with travel related questions Concur questions.
• Monthly provides pending AirPlus fees to department to import into Concur.
• Processes purchasing card payment monthly coordinating with budget and purchasing as needed.
• Assists with 1099 reporting for the IRS on a quarterly basis.
• Maintains accounts payable files.
• Responds to questions and requests for information related to accounts payable as needed via incoming calls, e-mails or in person.
• Performs special projects, compilation of financial data and other finance duties as assigned.
• Prepares reconciliations for all of AP chart of accounts and other accounting reporting.
• Communicates with manager or appropriate staff of any issues or concerns in a timely manner.

Candidate Qualifications

• Associates degree in Accounting/Finance, or related field required.
• One year of work experience in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job will be considered.
• Preference will be given to applicants with experience in the State of Georgia’s TeamWorks and GA@WORK application.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 is required.

We Offer

• Flexibility with telecommute and office schedule, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, retirement plans
• pre-tax benefits for health, dental, vision, life, specified illness and accidental insurance
• Health and childcare spending accounts
• disability insurance
• and opportunities for training and professional development

Deadline to Apply

Open Until Filled

Equal Opportunity Employer

Georgia Public Broadcasting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minimum Qualifications: Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.

Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.