Government Accounts Payable Clerk – Timely Payments

Champaign County, Illinois; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Champaign County is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk (Full-Time, Non-Exempt) to support the County Executive's Office in Urbana, IL. The role focuses on processing invoices, ensuring compliance with the County's purchase policy, and maintaining accurate vendor records.

The position reports to the Finance Director and collaborates with departments across the county. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with vendor invoices and accounts payable is preferred.
• Proficiency with Excel and Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong written and verbal communication needed.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices compliant with the County purchase policy.
• Verify entries in the ERP and match with departments.
• Track and record purchase orders and contracts.
• Process and schedule payments to vendors.
• Reconcile accounts payable statements and transactions.
• Maintain vendor files, including W-9s and tax information; assist with 1099s.
• Assist with invoices, budget amendments and transfers.
• Support month-end closing and reporting.
• Generate periodic accounts payable reports.
• Answer phones and direct inquiries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

MS Office Excel

Written and verbal communications

Independent and team work

Communication and collaboration

Government programs knowledge

Tyler Munis ERP

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Tyler Munis ERP

Job description

Champaign County is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk (Full-Time, Non-Exempt) to support the County Executive's Office in Urbana, IL. The role focuses on processing invoices, ensuring compliance with the County's purchase policy, and maintaining accurate vendor records.

The position reports to the Finance Director and collaborates with departments across the county. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel.