Accounts Payable Coordinator

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*

Major Responsibilities

• Under general direction, with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgment, perform responsible work processing invoices and vendor payments for the Purchasing & Accounting Division.
• Process vendor payments, which includes reviewing invoices, receiving reports, and entering and approving vouchers in PASSPort and the Financial Management System (FMS).
• Ensure all invoices are processed and paid within thirty days of invoice receipt.
• Enter invoices in the eRequester system to monitor and track payments.
• Coordinate with borough Purchasing liaisons and receivers on timely receiving reports submissions and payment issues.
• Ensure all city and Agency procurement and payment policies are adhered to.
• Prepare reports and analysis on invoice payments.
• Work closely with Purchasing & Accounting supervision and oversight agencies on payment issues.
  
  

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 697181.

All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.

• Current Employees please include your ERN and Job ID# 697181 on your cover letter and resume.
  
  

Work Location: Arsenal West, Manhattan

NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. References will be required upon request.

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MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov)

Minimum Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
• High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Excellent interpersonal, customer service and presentation skills. 2. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Access. 3. Experience with the FMS, APT and/or the procurement process in government. 4. Knowledge of New York City procurement procedures.
  
  

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

Residency in New York City, Nassau, Orange, Rockland, Suffolk, Putnam or Westchester counties required for employees with over two years of city service. New York City residency required within 90 days of hire for all other candidates.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.