Accounts Payable Coordinator (Accountant III)

The Accounts Payable Coordinator will ensure successful payment management through the timely and efficient processing of expenditure documents, while ensuring conformance with Office of the Comptroller (OSC) Bill Paying Policy, Prompt Payment Policy, Quality Assurance Guidelines. The incumbent will report directly to the Supervisor of the Accounts Payable Unit and work closely with the supervisor on the daily operations of the Unit.

What You Will Do

Process payment documents on the Massachusetts Management, Accounting and Reporting System (MOSAIC) in a timely and accurate manner. Review all payment packages from the various Department business Units for the Statewide Road and Bridge Program as well as Design, Consultant, Right of Way, State Aid, Utility Force Account, and general vendor payments, to determine compliance with Commonwealth Bill Paying Policies as well as financial laws and guidelines.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The incumbent will need to have a strong understanding of financial accounting and auditing, as well as the ability to analyze fiscal data and determine its applicability. The ability to work independently and as part of a team is also essential.

Requirements

• Proficient in MOSAIC
• Proficient in ProjectINFO
• Knowledge of Comptroller Bill Paying Policy and Prompt Payment Discount Policy
• Understanding of the principles of financial accounting and auditing
• Knowledge of State Finance Law
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of accounting, including terminology
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as financial reports and contracts
• Ability to analyze fiscal data and determine its applicability and make appropriate recommendations
• Ability to understand, explain and apply the laws, policies, procedures and guidelines governing the assigned unit activities
• Ability to gather information by examining invoices and other documents and through conferring with others
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations to solve payment issues
• Ability to prepare financial reports
• Ability to plan, initiate and complete work assignments with minimum direction
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to follow written and verbal direction
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work in a team setting
• Ability to give written and oral instructions in a precise, understandable manner
• Problem analysis and problem- solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong Customer service orientation
• Vendor Relationship skills
• Excellent organizing and prioritizing skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits
• Employee Benefits and Rewards
• Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
• Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply
• The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law