Public Finance Accounts Payable Auditor

Fort Bend County; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TCDRS retirement

Full-time benefits

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking an accounting professional to join our Finance team. The role handles invoice audits, payment processing, and vendor inquiries, ensuring compliance with county procedures and accurate 1099 records.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, at least 3 years of accounting experience, and strong communication and organizational skills. This is a full-time position with competitive hourly pay and opportunities to contribute to emergency

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, or equivalent substitutions as described.
• 3 years of accounting experience.
• Knowledge of accounting and other finance-related areas.

Responsibilities

• Audits invoices for payment.
• Verifies invoice matches the purchase order and approves amounts.
• Ensures departments comply with county procedures.
• Processes payments for county departments and refunds.
• Assists vendors and departments with invoice questions.
• Processes payroll deductions to vendors.
• Works with Purchasing on billing issues.
• Runs weekly check runs and transfers check files for the Treasurer’s Office.
• Maintains vendor records for 1099 purposes.
• Participates in emergency management duties during disasters.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Associates degree with 3 years relevant experience substituted

Job description

Fort Bend County is seeking an accounting professional to join our Finance team. The role handles invoice audits, payment processing, and vendor inquiries, ensuring compliance with county procedures and accurate 1099 records.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, at least 3 years of accounting experience, and strong communication and organizational skills. This is a full-time position with competitive hourly pay and opportunities to contribute to emergency