Accounts Payable Accountant I

This entry-level position supports the Accounting Section by processing accounts payable and federal/state grant transactions within automated financial systems, with attention to accuracy and GAAP. Reconciles reports and financial data, investigates variances, and ensures transactions are complete, properly coded, and timely. Reviews invoices, payroll, and other financial documents, verifying accuracy and conformance to procedures and regulatory requirements. Gathers data to prepare daily, monthly, and yearly financial and encumbrance reports; documents findings and communicates variances to the supervisor. Maintains accounting records by entering revisions to ledgers, monitoring funds from federal and state sources, and ensuring expenditures do not exceed available funds. Provides responsive customer service to internal and external stakeholders; supports process improvement and documentation of record keeping using standard accounting systems.