Accounts Payable Specialist – County Government

iFab Tech Hub; Illinois; On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The County Executive's Office is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to manage invoicing, payments, and related tasks in a timely and accurate manner. This full-time, non-exempt position reports to the Finance Director and requires attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities include verifying invoices, entering data into the ERP (Tyler Munis preferred), reconciling AP statements, processing payments to vendors, and assisting with month-end close and reporting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED certificate required.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with Tyler Munis ERP preferred.
• Knowledge of government programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and ensure timely payments.
• Verify invoices for compliance with county policies.
• Enter data into the ERP and reconcile AP statements.
• Track purchase orders and contracts, schedule payments.
• Assist with month-end close and reporting.
• Maintain vendor files and assist with 1099s.
• Answer phones and direct in-person inquiries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

MS Office proficiency

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Knowledge of government programs

Tyler Munis ERP knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED certificate

Tools

Tyler Munis ERP

Job description

The County Executive's Office is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to manage invoicing, payments, and related tasks in a timely and accurate manner. This full-time, non-exempt position reports to the Finance Director and requires attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities include verifying invoices, entering data into the ERP (Tyler Munis preferred), reconciling AP statements, processing payments to vendors, and assisting with month-end close and reporting.