Accounts Payable Specialist

Franklin County Auditor's Office; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Public Loan Forgiveness

Education Reimbursement

Free Parking

COTA Pass

Wellness Incentives

Hybrid Schedule

Diversity & Inclusion

Job summary

The Franklin County Auditor's Office is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join the Accounts Payable team. This full-time, hybrid-eligible role processes warrants, payments, and invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with ORC regulations.

Starting compensation is $52,790.40 per year, with benefits designed to support health, parking, transit, time off, and professional growth, in a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 6+ months related experience or training; or equivalent combination.

Responsibilities

• Print warrants, audit and post invoices online, and process payments (warrants, ACH, wires).
• Process PO corrections; reconcile invoices to payments in accounting software.
• Assist customers via phone, in person, or email.
• Process outgoing mail and update related spreadsheets.
• Review invoices for ORC compliance and assist vendor setups.

Skills

Attention to detail

Vendor inquiries

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Accounts Payable Specialist (Hybrid eligible)

Compensation: Starting at $52,790.40

Employment Status: Full-time

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

The Franklin County Auditor's Office is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join the Accounts Payable team.

Who are we?

The Franklin County Auditor's Office is dedicated to serving the community by ensuring fairness and accuracy in weight and measures across the county. Our mission is to protect and empower consumers, making sure they receive what they rightfully pay for at gas pumps and retail store scanners. As a trusted steward of county finances, we strive to promote fiscal responsibility and innovative initiatives that benefit all residents of Franklin County.

In addition to these important responsibilities, we assess property values to determine fair property taxes, while also working to provide tax relief for senior and citizens who are disabled. We understand the importance of supporting vulnerable populations and strive to make the process as accessible and accommodating as possible.

We are committed to upholding state regulations by ensuring that our furry friends are licensed. As required by state law, we proudly license dogs, recognizing the significance of responsible pet ownership within our community.

At the Franklin County Auditor's Office, we value the diversity of our residents and businesses and strive to create an environment of fairness, inclusivity, and equity in all our endeavors.

What will you do?

Prints warrants, audit and post invoices online, print and process payments including warrants, ACH, wires and direct disbursements, processes voids, reissues, and stop payments.

Processes purchase order corrections and changes; processes requests for copies of invoices and warrants; reconciles number of invoices to payments processed in accounting software; reconcile total number of invoices and checks disbursed; assist in vendor set ups review and approval; reviews invoices ensuring that ORC regulations and procedures are followed.

Assists customers and handles inquiries over the phone, in person, or e-mail.

Processes outgoing mail; processes returned mail and updates appropriate spreadsheet; delivers and distributes mail to the appropriate party.

Who should apply?

We encourage individuals with completion of secondary education (high school diploma or GED); six (6) or more months of related experience and/or training; or any combination of training, education, or experience which provides the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Notary Public preferred.

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusivity, and we want to create an exciting and equitable environment for all.

Why should you work here?

We believe in providing an exceptional benefits package that recognizes the value of our employees. Some of our benefits include:

• Healthcare: We offer a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with low-cost deductibles.
• Public Loan Forgiveness: As a public employee, your student loans can be forgiven after making the required monthly qualifying payments.

3. Education Reimbursement & Training: We invest in your growth and development by allowing you to expand your skills.

4. Free-Parking Program/COTA Buss Pass: Take advantage of the free parking program available through a lottery process annually; employees of the County get free weekday access to the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) system.

5. Wellness Incentive Program: Our wellness incentive program rewards you with monetary incentives for engaging in healthy activities and maintaining a balanced lifestyle.

6. Generous Time Off: You deserve time for yourself and your loved ones. Enjoy 32 hours of personal leave per calendar year, 2 floating holidays, and 12 paid holidays annually. Additionally, accumulate sick and vacation leave for well-deserved breaks.

7. Hybrid Work Schedule: We understand the importance of work-life harmony. For most positions, we offer a hybrid work schedule that allows flexibility where you work, promoting a healthy integration of personal and professional life.

8. Emphasis on Diversity and Inclusivity: We celebrate and embrace diversity in all its forms. Our office is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment where everyone feels valued and empowered.