<span>Accountant</span>

$54,080 - $62,400/Yr

Personnel Services - Cleburne, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Cleburne, TX

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Accountant position is responsible for managing accounts payable processes, ensuring accurate financial transactions, and maintaining vendor relationships. The role requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail, as well as proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office. The Accountant will work full-time from Monday to Friday, handling various financial tasks to support the department's needs.

Responsibilities

• Handle accounts payable processes including the AP payment process through checks, drafts, and EFT/ACH creations.
• Manage Positive Pay creation and assist with its loading to the bank's website/portal.
• Perform accounts payable entry and review, including identifying fixed asset purchases and reviewing procurement documentation for completeness.
• Prepare and manage manual open item packets for various purposes such as court, jury duty, marker refunds (cemetery), and BTW deposit refunds.
• Research and address AP checks returned to the city, ensuring appropriate forwarding or refunds.
• Utilize SharePoint for managing Chase/vendor credits and maintaining manual packets in open items.
• Generate AP packets from payroll information, including draft dates and adjustments.
• Oversee the printing of UB Water refund checks and manage HUD-housing payments, recurring items, and the matching of open item payments.
• Conduct vendor management tasks, including verbal confirmations for vendor setups, updates, or new additions.
• Enter journal entries for subsequent review and approval.
• Complete miscellaneous bank reconciliations for smaller, less active banking and investment accounts.
• Other duties as assigned, based on the needs of the department and the experience of the temporary staff.

Requirements

• Proven accounting experience, particularly in accounts payable and vendor management.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with SharePoint and familiarity with banking and financial systems.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance