Accounts Payable Specialist II - 09/21/2026

St. Johns County Sheriff's Office; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office seeks an Accounts Payable Specialist to support the financial records, process invoices, and ensure timely payments in a confidential, office-based setting.

You will verify invoices against purchase orders and contracts, handle EFTs and checks, and coordinate with vendors to resolve issues in a busy government accounting environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Florida driver’s license.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Works, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel.
• Basic knowledge of operating general office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Receive and distribute invoices accordingly.
• Prepare check requests.
• Process per diems and travel reimbursements.
• Purchase card statement payment processing.
• Verify invoices against purchase orders for payment.
• Review invoices against contracts for payment processing.
• Monitor receiving records on purchase orders.
• Routinely research open purchase orders.
• Analyze vendor statements.
• Inspect invoice entries for accuracy and attachment discrepancies.
• Maintain vendor interactions and follow up on invoices not received/invoice issues.
• Void and reissue accounts payable checks as requested.
• Compare payable register to invoices.
• Frequently review and research outstanding accounts payable invoices.
• Verify supportive details for transactions.
• Process accounts payable checks, EFTs, and direct disbursements.
• Monitor check stock, submit requisition, and place order.
• Prepare accounts payable records for scanning and approval.
• Routinely review invoice addresses with vendor records.
• Contact vendors and employees for EFT setup.
• Assemble, organize, and summarize requested information.
• Type reports, correspondence, forms and other documents.
• File/retrieve documentation/reports/files.
• Computers/applicable software/office equipment/printers/scanner.
• Other duties assigned

Skills

General office skills

Microsoft Works

Outlook

PowerPoint

Excel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid FL Driver’s License

Tools

Microsoft Works

Outlook

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

• Purchase card statement payment processing
• File/retrieve documentation/reports/files

Primary Purpose

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for performing a variety of clerical accounting duties involving financial record keeping or bookkeeping of transactions mainly dealing with accounts payable, while maintaining confidentiality. This position tracks open purchase orders and is responsible for maintaining vendor interaction.

Education and Qualification Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Valid FL Driver’s License
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Works, Outlook, Power Point, Excel
• Basic knowledge of and ability to operate general office equipment

Duties

• Receive and distribute invoices accordingly
• Prepare check requests
• Process per diems and travel reimbursements
• Purchase card statement payment processing
• Verify invoices against purchase orders for payment
• Review invoices against contracts for payment processing
• Monitor receiving records on purchase orders
• Routinely research open purchase orders
• Analyze vendor statements
• Inspect invoice entries for accuracy and attachment discrepancies
• Maintain vendor interactions and follow up on invoices not received/invoice issues
• Void and reissue accounts payable checks as requested
• Compare payable register to invoices
• Frequently review and research outstanding accounts payable invoices
• Verify supportive details for transactions
• Process accounts payable checks, electronic funds transfers (EFT), and direct disbursements
• Monitor check stock, submit requisition, and place order
• Prepare accounts payable records for scanning and approval
• Routinely review invoice addresses with vendor records
• Contact vendors and employees for EFT setup
• Assemble, organize, and summarize requested information
• Type reports, correspondence, forms and other documents
• File/retrieve documentation/reports/files
• Computers/applicable software/office equipment/printers/scanner
• Other duties assigned

Job Controls and Complexities

• Report directly to supervisor
• Adhere to laws/agency policy/rules/ regulations/SOP/ procedures
• Maintain confidentiality/security of files and information obtained in the course of employment
• Process/compile/disseminate record/public record information as directed by approving authority in accordance with lawful requirements
• Provide assistance to citizens, visitors, employees and other public and private entities in an effort to meet their needs and build positive community relationships/resolve complaints/address conflicts
• Maintain continuity and operational efficiency by accurate and timely dissemination of information to Staff and co-workers
• Adhere to leave, overtime and attendance policies/procedures (i.e. arrive promptly, regular attendance at work, notification to supervisor regarding absence from work due to illness or untimely incidents, etc.)

Contacts

• SJSO Employees
• General Public
• Other Government Entities
• Vendors

Grade Classification

• Entry to intermediate level work
• Performs independently under general supervision
• Work requires application of general knowledge of business practices in various situations
• Deals with problems or situations that remain stable

Physical Environment

• Work is primarily in an office environment
• Normal business hours apply; however, hours are subject to vary and overtime may be necessary including nights, holidays, and weekends
• Sit for long periods
• See at normal range or with accommodations
• Hear at normal level or with accommodations
• Speak understandably
• Manual dexterity
• Ambulate independently
• Frequently grasp/push/pull/bend/squat/lift/carry items up to 20 lbs.
• Occasionally reach above head/kneel/walk/climb/stoop/stand/lift items up to 50 lbs.

Important Information

Regular attendance is critical to the success of this position and assignment and is required of all Agency personnel.

The list of tasks, policies and proficiencies for this position, as well as any statements contained within this page are considered essential. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, other employees, or the public. This job description in no way states or implies the listed duties are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employee will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by his/her supervisor.

See SJSO Policy for additional information on agency expectations.

EFFECTIVE: 09/21/2026

History: Revised Job Description format