Accounts Payable Trainee Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Stateof New Hampshire Job Posting
Department of Safety
Division of Administration
Accounting and Financial Reporting Bureau
33 Hazen Drive
Concord NH 03305
Accounts Payable Supervisor
(Accountant III)
Position#10519
$25.40/hour - $34.14/hour
This position offers a Trainee Status* at the following pay rate: $24.34 per hour
*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.
The State of New Hampshire, Department of Safety, Division of Administration, Accounting and Financial Reporting Bureau has a full-time vacancy for Accounts Payable Supervisor (Accountant III - 13-2010 ACCTS-AUDITORS-4). This position has a 37.5 hour work week and is considered non-exempt.
Summary:
Plans, organizes, monitors and balances encumbrances of agency contracts, accounts payable, and Department of Safety appropriations for Capital Projects and manages the P-Card processes for the Department
YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree and 1 year of experience OR equivalent combination of 5 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in accounting, auditing, or a related field.
License/Certification: None
Other Requirements: Must pass a fingerprint based criminal background check and motor vehicle record check
Trainee Option: Candidates with an equivalent combination of 4+ years of relevant education and experience after completion of high school may be considered and hired in 'trainee status' for this position.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: None
AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS: None
CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
In-Band Advancement Available: ☐ Yes ☒ No
Criteria: None
Broad Group Level Advancement Available: ☐ Yes ☒ No
Criteria: None
DISCLAIMERS:
The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.
The work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.
Responsibilities:
Manages the Department of Safety P-Card functions by supervising the technical use and training of the system and maintaining up to date knowledge of policies and procedures relating to the processing of purchasing transactions.
Reviews, analyzes and approves requisitions submitted to Accounts Payable by ensuring purchasing rules are followed when submitting to Department of Administrative Services (DAS) for purchase order creation. Verifies interface data by monitoring monthly reports and works with DAS to correct errors when necessary.
Provides internal controls and reviews AP, RQ and P-Card payment transaction data entry for proper account distribution and availability of funds and applies required approvals for payables, transfers or expenditures and encumbrance adjustments. Authorizes approvals in the work system and approves payment in NHFirst to the bank system.
Analyzes and prepares financial reports for appropriation expenditures on a monthly basis and for year-end reporting.
Analyzes account balances and prepares management reports on encumbrances to determine if liquidation is needed. Approves transfer of funds and expenditure documents for copy center, warehouse and postage.
Plans, assigns and directs the workflow of accounts payable staff in preparation of payment vouchers and transfers of expenditures. Performs staff evaluations, approving leave and assists in disciplinary actions and hiring choices.
Prepares and implements the training and cross training of unit employees to ensure compliance with existing operating procedures and to ensure continuous workflow and process improvement.
Works with vendors to resolve accounts payable issues and provides guidance to other divisions and agencies on similar issues.
For further information please contact Jocelyn Sy-Santiago, Bureau Chief, at Jocelyn.Sy-Santiago@dos.nh.gov or 603-223-8021.
*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:
HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:
The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.
See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx
Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay
Other Benefits:
*Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
* Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
*State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
*Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
*$50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
*Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:
https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx
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TDD Access: Relay NH1-800-735-2964