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Vendor Management Specialist

Auditor's Office Harris County, TX
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 3/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/2/2025

Job Description

Job Description

The Harris County Auditor's Office is tasked with the financial oversight of more than 80 Harris County departments and does so through general accounting, reporting, auditing, payment disbursements, and compliance. Harris County being the 3rd most populous county in the nation means the work you do at the Harris County Auditor's Office is not only critical and essential but impactful! At the Auditor's Office, we are a team of dedicated professionals committed to providing objective, value-added services to drive the mission of the Office and Harris County. If you want to serve the public and your community, consider applying with us today!

What We Offer Future Team Members

  • Competitive Pay; up to $55,000.00 commensurate with experience
  • Excellent Benefits and Wellness programs, including Zero-Premium Employee Only Medical Plan
  • Outstanding Retirement Program
  • Corporate Memberships & Discounts
  • Family Friendly Workplace, including up to 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Time Off (accruals based on length of service) and Sick Leave
  • 10 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday
  • Subsidized Transit / Commute and flexible Work Arrangements
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualifying Employer
  • Opportunities for Growth & Professional Development

Job Overview

As the Accounts Payable Specialist, you would play an integral role in the Office's critical function of sound and efficient fiscal management and operations across Harris County. Responsibilities consist of maintaining the organization, integrity, compliance, timeliness and accuracy of supplier data processing including creations, changes, report generation and other related responsibilities and tasks. This role will ensure compliance and adherence to established practices, procedures, and policies. The Office process 1500-2000 claims per day, we require an action-oriented individual who works with a high level of accuracy, analysis, and attention to detail, and provides outstanding customer service.

Under the general supervision of Supervisor, Accounts Payable and in accordance with the policies and procedures of Harris County, the Accounts Payable Specialist :

  • Operates daily as a primary point of contact for supplier data and related processes for external and internal business partners.
  • Interacts with various and diverse stakeholders from internal colleagues at all levels to conglomerates.
  • Contributes to process improvement efforts related to supplier data management and other business processes that include supplier data.
  • Rationalizes supplier profiles across various departmental structures, includes but not limited to :
  • Onboarding and offboarding of supplier profiles.

  • Supplier Mergers and acquisitions.
  • Contracts, agreements and various legal documents.
  • Tax compliance
  • Payment reporting and corrections.

  • Extensive supplier reviews, research and data processing.
  • Qualifications

    Education

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Experience

  • 1-3 years of experience in vendor management, procurement, or related field.
  • PeopleSoft (or similar ERP systems) experience is a huge plus.
  • Tax compliance experience is also a plus.
  • Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

  • Excellent verbal, listening and written communication skills.
  • Strong ability to plan and organize multiple tasks simultaneously, perform under pressure, and meet rapid deadlines.
  • High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Excellent data entry skills.
  • Above average problem-solving, conflict resolution, critical thinking and analytical skills.
  • Proficiency in the use of MS Office with an emphasis Microsoft Excel
  • Willingness to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Commitment to customer service.
  • Regular and predictable attendance.
  • Nature of Work

  • Physical requirements for the position are the ability to sit for extended periods of time and the ability to push / pull, lift and carry up to 40 lbs
  • Monday - Friday | 40 hrs. per week
  • May be required to work more than forty hours during the workweek or on weekends when special projects or deadlines need to be met.
  • The mission of the Harris County Auditor's Office is to be an independent and progressive organization recognized for professionalism in carrying out the County Auditor's statutory duties and responsibilities. The vision of the Harris County Auditor's Office is to create and maintain an environment of sound fiscal management and efficient financial operations at all levels of county government, while providing support to Commissioners Court, County Officials, Department Heads, and the public with the highest level of integrity and financial stewardship.

    Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer https : / / hrrm.harriscountytx.gov / Pages / EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

    This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate. Employment also contingent on passing a drug screen.

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