Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Accounts Payable Administrator

 Job Description:

Job Summary

  • Under general supervision, analyzes, verifies, and reconciles accounts payable records and may perform related duties as required or assigned.
  • Plans, organizes, and participates in the accounts payable operational activities using automated financial and procurement systems.
  • Analyzes and maintains automated data and implementing policies and procedures that ensure the security and integrity of automated data.
  • Coordinates with various departments and maintains records for account payables.
  • Reviews final documents in vendor close out packages for accuracy and payment to vendor
  • Participates in analysis of accounts payable activities and provides technical advice, as needed.
  • Ensures that all PHA and HUD guidelines have been followed in the payment of invoices to vendors and suppliers.
  • Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and PHA information; performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Shift: 1st (9 AM to 5 PM)

Required Skill in:

  • Interpreting and applying state and Federal accounting rules and regulations, and PHA policies.
  • Reviewing and analyzing financial records and reports.
  • Interacting with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds.
  • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers.
  • Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
  • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

Required Knowledge of:

  • Generally Accepted Accounting and Auditing Principles for public sector financial administration.
  • Methods, procedures, and standards for Public Housing record keeping and records management.
  • Education Required
  • A Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; AND one (1) or more years of experience in financial management or analysis, including government housing programs; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
  Required Skills:

Accounts Payable Analysis Confidentiality Reviews Government Auditing Writing Procurement Regulations Security Records Vendors Suppliers Education Administration Accounting Finance Software Training Management