Accounts Payable Specialist

City of Dickinson, ND; Dickinson (ND); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

13 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The City of Dickinson, ND is seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional to join the Finance team. You will process invoices, payments, and check runs, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in our city finances.

As part of the Finance group, you will reconcile vendor statements, assist with financial records, reporting, and audits, and collaborate with city departments to maintain smooth accounts payable operations.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of general accounting experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices, payments, and check runs.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with financial records, reporting, and audits.
• Work with vendors and City departments to keep accounts running smoothly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical accuracy

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Have an eye for detail and a knack for numbers? Join our Finance team and help keep the City’s payments accurate, organized, and on time!

Pay: $24.00 – $26.50 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
Schedule: Monday - Friday

What You’ll Do:

• Process invoices, payments, and check runs.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with financial records, reporting, and audits.
• Work with vendors and City departments to keep accounts running smoothly.

What We’re Looking For:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two or more years of general accounting experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines.
• A valid driver’s license.

Competitive Benefits Package

• Health Coverage: 80%–100% City-paid health insurance, plus optional dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Retirement Security: NDPERS Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 457 retirement savings.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid vacation and sick leave, 13 paid holidays, bereavement leave, and emergency closure leave.
• Career Growth: On-the-job training, professional development, and tuition reimbursement.
• Support System: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Put your accounting skills to work for your community!

The City of Dickinson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.