Finance Technician (Temp) - Accounts Payable Specialist

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 88,170 - 111,821; Part time

Job summary

Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) in San Francisco, CA, is seeking a Finance Technician (Temporary Position) to handle accounts payable and allocation purchase orders for MTC, ABAG, and related authorities. The role requires knowledge of government accounting principles and strong Excel skills.

The incumbent will support month-end/year-end closing, assist with audits, and perform routine AP duties under supervision.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade with two years of accounting experience.
• Preferred: Associate degree in finance, accounting, business or public administration or related field.
• Experience with Federal, State and Local grants preferred.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel; familiarity with automated financial accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accounts payable data entries for stipends, travel reimbursements, and corporate card transactions.
• Review invoices for proper authorization and fund sufficiency; ensure adherence to PO/contract terms.
• Review MOUs and policies related to accounts payable processing; assist in month-end/year-end closing and audits.
• Process allocation purchase orders; assemble and route necessary documentation and approvals.

Skills

General accounting principles

Grants knowledge

MS Word and Excel

Accounts payable systems

Vendor relations

Arithmetic accuracy

Judgement and initiative

Education

Associate degree in finance or accounting or related field

Job description

Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) in San Francisco, CA, is seeking a Finance Technician (Temporary Position) to handle accounts payable and allocation purchase orders for MTC, ABAG, and related authorities. The role requires knowledge of government accounting principles and strong Excel skills.

The incumbent will support month-end/year-end closing, assist with audits, and perform routine AP duties under supervision.