Accounts Payable Technician

Title: Accounts Payable Technician

State Role Title: Admin and Office Spec III

Hiring Range: up to $55,000.00

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Virginia State University

Location: VSU/Coop Ext & Agri Res Sta

Agency Website: www.VSU.edu

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Accounts Payable Technician reports to the Budget Manager and ensures all payments requests are properly approved and documented. Ensures vendors are paid according to payment term/plans to avoid any service interruptions and takes advantage of cash management opportunities.

The Accounts Payable Technician’s role is to support the Financial Services functions of the College of Agriculture, with a strong emphasis on invoicing and billing. The idea candidate possesses strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential for this role.

Minimum Qualifications

Accounting or Finance experience 2 plus years

MS Office Proficient required.

Accuracy and attention to detail.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Ability to manage accounts payable using accounting software and other programs.

Ability Establishing and maintaining relationships with new and existing vendors.

Ability to adhere to departmental procedures.

Ability to compare purchase orders, prices, terms of payment and other charges.

Additional Considerations

PREFERRED:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, administration, or a related field is preferred.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Virginia State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, race, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. VSU encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY: Virginia State University only accepts applications for this position through the on-line state Recruitment Management System (PageUp). Faxed, e-mailed, and mailed applications and/or attachments will not be accepted. The application must be detailed and fully completed. All employment and periods of unemployment (if applicable) must be listed within the application; either on an attached resume, or manually listed in the “Relevant Work History” section. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide descriptive information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may result in your non-selection. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested persons must attach a cover letter and a current resume/c.v to the online application. Official transcripts will be required at the time of employment.

The selected candidate will be subject to an extensive and complete background check, which may include fingerprinting. The candidate may be required to complete a Statement of Economic Interest as a condition of employment, if applicable.

Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process: In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx , or call DARS at 800-552-5019.

Contact Information

Name: Dominique M. Fisher

Phone: 804-524-5075

Email: dfisher@vsu.edu

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.