Job Description

The New York State Senate is seeking motivated, organized and detail-oriented individuals to fill two Accounts Payable Clerk positions in the Fiscal Office. The professionals in this position will work closely with our Purchasing, Receiving, and Operations departments to ensure that the integrity of the Senate's defined financial procedures are followed and adhered to. These individuals will be required to interact with vendors and numerous Senate offices daily to discuss and resolve issues with invoices, answer questions, and solicit required documents.

The primary duties and responsibilities of this position include:

• Review and process incoming vendor invoices for accuracy, ensure required authorizations, signatures, receiving and supporting documents are in order
• Provide administrative support to office staff and management as needed
• Maintain organized files and records on all processed Purchase Orders, Invoices and Payment Vouchers according to Senate guidelines
• Interact professionally with other vendors, Senate members and office staff as well as representatives from other state agencies to resolve any issues and/or inquiries

Qualified candidates will possess the following experience and competencies:

• Associate’s degree is preferred, but not required
• Detail-oriented individual with initiative
• Organized and able to multi-task
• Able to work independently, with minimal supervision as well as with others; team player
• Familiarity with the NYS Financial Management System (SFMS) is preferred, but not required
• Familiarity with EXCEL is preferred

Full time (35 hour work week) Office Hours - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Salary is $30,000 to $34,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@nysenate.gov. Submissions without both will not be considered. Position comes with a comprehensive benefits package, including a wellness program.

This recruitment will remain open until filled.

The New York State Senate is an Equal Opportunity employer that values a diverse and equitable workplace. We do not permit discrimination based on race, age, creed, color, religion, gender/sex, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, or physical or mental disability, domestic violence victim status, arrest/criminal conviction record, pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity or expression, sexual harassment, immigration status, or hair texture or protective hair styles.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30,000.00 - $34,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Work Location: In person