Accounts Payable Manager

Accounts Payable Manager

Information

• Pay Range Grade 80247 - 144415 A500
• Other Compensation Offered Flexible Work Schedule Hybrid Telework Arrangements
• Employment Type Full-Time 40 hours per week
• Organization Comptroller - Accounting
• Location County Office Building
• Reports to Division Manager Accounting
• Leadership Duties Yes - People Leader
• Classification Exempt 40007
• Who We AreAt Carroll County Government we look for people who are eager to engage in meaningful work that positively impacts our community. As public servants our sense of purpose and motivation to work hard starts with the value we place on relationships with coworkers community partners and those we serve. We strive to build collaborative and passionate teams with opportunities to learn and explore new possibilities in a welcoming workplace. As a team we are committed inspired and connected to make a difference in the community.  What You Will DoAs part of the Department of the Comptroller you will lead our Accounts Payable operations.  Under the direction of accounting leadership your expertise as an Accounts Payable Manager will ensure the efficient and accurate management of accounts payable while applying generally accepted accounting principles. The work you do will help Carroll County Government operate efficiently and give internal stakeholders the information necessary to make sound financial and budgeting decisions. You will manage the overall accounts payable procedures within our organization the leadership you provide will support the accounts payable team and ensure work complies with all laws and tax obligations. Essential Duties
• Manage the overall direction coordination and evaluation of accounts payable operations for the County and its allied agencies.
• Supervise and support accounts payable staff while monitoring the quality of their work.
• Plan accounts payable processing auditing and reporting based on County policies and government regulations. Ensure work meets established deadlines and standards.
• Resolve accounts payable discrepancies by checking transactions carrying out audits and developing action plans to implement corrections. Manage the issuance of annual 1099 forms.
• Maintain internal controls to ensure proper entry of data into the Financial Management System. Compile reports required by management or other federal state and local government agencies. Manage the preparation of electronic transfers of accounts payable data.
• Review analyze and interpret documents received from vendors and other departments for processing accounts payable transactions. Coordinate actions for refunds recovery of over payments direct deposit failures and other pay event corrections.
• Oversee the maintenance of retrievable files of source documents for audit trails. Prepare schedules and work papers for external auditors.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting practices and complete required continuing education training
• Maintain knowledge of and comply with all accounts payable policies and procedures.
• Implement standards developed in coordination with peers through policies procedures and work schedules. Lead team training to reinforce integrity ethics and the use of sound fiscal management practices.
• Encourage collaboration and support team members work and development through mentorship. Build and maintain a welcoming workplace.
• Maintain transparent communication to support flow of information in the organization.
• Lead team operation to meet standards set in Federal State and local laws. Partner with legal counsel to ensure policies procedures and practices follow applicable Carroll County ordinances.
• May perform additional duties in supervisor&rsquos absence.
• How You Will SucceedYour Skills
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles GAAP Expert
• Microsoft Excel Advanced
• Microsoft Office Suite Intermediate
• Your Strengths
• Service Excellence
• Decision Making
• Collaborating with Others
• Exemplifying Integrity
• Holistic Thinking
• Inspirational Leadership
• Digital Literacy
• Continuous Learning
• Accounting and Financial Systems Processes and Technology
• Accounting and Reporting
• Data Literacy
• Reconciliation and Analysis
• You Might Be a Good Fit IfEducation and Experience
• Bachelors degree in accounting
• Five or more years of related experience
• Three or more years of supervisory experience or demonstrated ability to perform supervisory duties.
• A comparable amount of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum requirement.
• Additional Information
• Requires criminal background check as condition of employment.
• May be required to work outside of standard hours.
• Why You Will Love Working HereAll the Benefits You NeedCarroll County Government is dedicated to fostering a culture focused on the total well-being of our employees. For eligible employees this includes
• Generous paid time off
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Flexible schedules and remote options when applicable
• Comprehensive no deductible medical plans including prescription and vision coverage low-cost dental plan and County paid basic life insurance.
• Pension 401k and 457 Retirement Accounts
• Up to 9000 in Tuition Assistance per fiscal year
• Find out more here Carroll County Government | Carroll County Maryland carrollcountymd.govCarroll County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The County Commissioners of Carroll County recognize the rights of all people including County employees to equal opportunity. Discrimination against County employees on the basis of race color religion age gender national origin sexual orientation marital status physical or mental disability is strictly prohibited. The Americans with Disabilities Act Titles I and II applies to County government employment. If you have questions suggestions or complaints please contact Kristy L. Bixler Director Human Resources and Carroll County Government Americans with Disabilities Coordinator for Employment at the Department of Human Resources 410-386-2129 or Md. Relay 711800-735-2258. The mailing address is 225 North Center Street Westminster Maryland 21157.Questions or need assistance Please contact us at careerscarrollcountymd.gov via telephone at 410-386-2129 or stop by our office at 225 N. Center Street Room 100 Westminster MD 21157 during normal business hours. Disclaimer This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties responsibilities or aspects of the job described and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.