Accounts Payable Technician - AF016

Title: Accounts Payable Technician - AF016

State Role Title: Administrative & Office Specialist III

Hiring Range: $44,000 to $55,000

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Department of General Services

Location:Washington Building

Agency Website:www.dgs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Department of General Services (DGS) is seeking a highly motivated and qualified candidate to serve as a team member of the Fiscal Services Accounts Payable Unit. The primary responsibilities of the position are to process, review, and analyze a range of data to ensure accuracy and compliance with established procedures and policies. The position will perform fiscal and accounting duties by preparing and maintaining fiscal records and reports and ensuring all accounting transactions are processed in accordance with the Agency and Department of Accounts policies and procedures.

This position will also be responsible for processing vendor invoices and other various transactions into the financial accounting system according to the Prompt Pay Act as well as reconciling vendor statements on a monthly basis.

This position may be eligible for up to 2 days of telework per week after 6 months of satisfactory performance.

DGS offers excellent health benefits at affordable pricing, pre-tax spending accounts, paid life insurance, paid Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and other leave benefits, wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching. DGS is a qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

Minimum Qualifications

General knowledge of Accounts Payable process. Knowledge of basic accounting/bookkeeping or equivalent training. Demonstrated ability to perform detailed work with numerical data and to make mathematical calculations rapidly and accurately. Woking knowledge and experience of generally accepted accounting principles and practices (GAAP). Experience with analyzing and resolving discrepancies. Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word). Demonstrated skill in inputting data into an automated database other than Microsoft Office. Ability to work well with others as well as independently. Ability to manage multiple work assignments within established timeframes. Working knowledge of office procedures, data entry, and record maintenance. Experience interpreting and following prescribed operating instructions and related policies, procedures, and guidelines. Excellent customer service skills. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with internal and external customers. Demonstrated ability to research thoroughly and accurately.

Additional Considerations

• Experience processing Accounts Payable;
• Experience with the State's Accounting policy; and
• Experience with PeopleSoft, eVA and Cardinal.
  

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Notice: DGS will record information from each new employee's Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire.

The selected candidate must pass a criminal background check.

Applicants that indicate they have preferential hiring rights in the form of a yellow form or blue card must submit these to our office prior to the closing of the posting, in accordance with DHRM policy 1.30. Please note that only current and former employees of the Commonwealth of Virginia that will be or have been laid off are eligible for preferential hiring rights.

Fax, e-mail or mail applications will not be accepted. The online state application must contain all required information and fully respond to questions to be considered for this job opportunity. For assistance or computer access, please visit your local Virginia Employment Office or contact our office jobs@dgs.virginia.gov or 804-786-3910.

Applications will be accepted until a suitable pool of candidates is received. After 5 business days, this position may be closed at any time.

The Virginia Department of General Services is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and individuals with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service experience are encouraged to apply.

Applicants in need of accommodation during the application and/or interview process may contact DGS at 804-786-3910 for assistance.

Contact Information

Name: DGS Human Resources

Phone: 804-786-3910

Email: jobs@dgs.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.