City of West Jordan · 4 days ago
Accounts Payable Technician
West Jordan, UT
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$22.68/hr - $32.34/hr
2+ years expThe City of West Jordan is seeking an Accounts Payable Technician to handle clerical and technical duties related to financial transactions within the accounts payable function. The role involves processing vendor invoices, issuing payments, and maintaining financial records while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
Government Administration
Hiring Manager
Kassie Draper, PHR, MHR
Responsibilities
Reviews, verifies, and processes vendor invoices, purchase orders, and payment requests for accuracy, completeness, and proper authorization
Prepares and issues payments through checks, EFT/ACH, or other approved methods while maintaining strict adherence to payment schedules and financial controls
Reconciles accounts payable transactions, resolves discrepancies, and communicates with vendors and internal departments to address billing or payment issues
Maintains organized and up‑to‑date financial records, documentation, and audit trails in accordance with retention and compliance requirements
Reconciles the accounts payable general ledger accounts monthly
Assists in the preparation, verification, and maintenance of 1099 reporting data, ensuring accuracy, compliance with IRS regulations, and timely submission of required year‑end documentation
Assists with month‑end and year‑end closing activities, including accruals, reporting, and account reconciliations
Maintains policies and procedures related to the accounts payable function
Provides training in the invoice submission process
Provides courteous and professional customer service to vendors, staff, and the public regarding payment status, procedures, and financial policies
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED
Two years of accounts payable processing with a mid-sized or large organization (College-level course work in accounting or related field may be substituted for one year of working experience.)
Valid Utah Driver's License
Knowledge of basic accounting
Knowledge of principles of business writing
Knowledge of principles and procedures of record keeping
Knowledge of English language including but not limited to spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation
Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations
Knowledge of office management principles, practices, and equipment
Skill with data entry and 10-key
Skill with intermediate level of computer proficiency
Skill with intermediate skills in Microsoft Office
Skill with maintaining confidentiality of privileged or sensitive information
Skill with developing and maintaining effective working relationships
Skill with collecting, organizing, and analyzing complex data to produce clear, concise reports that support statistical functions
Ability to process accounts payable in a timely and efficient manner, including but not limited to data entry, review, reconciliation, and year-end tax document preparation
Ability to plan and organize work to meet schedules and timelines
Ability to possess a strong attention to detail and instruction
Ability to perform administrative work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative
Ability to research, compile, and prepare a variety of fiscal, statistical, and administrative reports
Ability to schedule and coordinate projects; set priorities; adapt to changing priorities
Ability to respond to requests and inquiries from the general public
Ability to compile and maintain records
Ability to understand the organization and operation of the City and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities
Ability to interpret and apply the laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions
Ability to analyze situations carefully and adopt effective courses of action
Ability to independently prepare correspondence and memoranda
Ability to exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
Ability to establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
Benefits
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage, plus up-front and matching Health Savings Account contributions.
Employees also have access to our brand-new Employee Health Center located at City Hall, receive contributions to a pension account through Utah Retirement System, as well as deferred savings account match options.
Enjoy work-life balance with substantial paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
The City also offers tuition reimbursement and down payment assistance programs!
Company
City of West Jordan
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201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jamie Davidson, ICMA-CM
Assistant Chief Administrative Officer
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