GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Position will manage Montgomery Township expenses. Analyzes invoices and expense reports, resolves accounting discrepancies, and charges expenses to accounts. Performs various administrative financial tasks of a specialized nature including but not limited to maintaining vendor records, reconciling invoices, maintaining expense accounts and cost centers, and performing a variety of professional accounting tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.
To ensure success as an accounts payable associate, a person should exhibit sound knowledge of best practices in accounting and experience in a similar role. An accomplished accounts payable associate will be someone whose accounting expertise translates into optimized expense control processes.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
This position reports to the Finance Director/Treasurer.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
None.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Verify vendor accounts, pay vendors, and resolve purchase orders, invoices, or payment discrepancies.
Receive, process, verify, and reconcile invoices.
Charge expenses to accounts and cost centers.
Control petty cash spending.
Serves as backup to Payroll Specialist as needed.
Quarterly reconciliation and filing of payroll taxes.
Monthly reconciliation of Developer Escrow accounts.
Collaborate with internal departments to gather, analyze, and interpret relevant financial data.
Compare system reports to balances and verify entries.
Issue purchase order amendments and stop payments.
Reconcile account transactions with the general ledger.
Perform recordkeeping and prepare financial reports.
Keep informed of regulatory requirements and best practices in accounting.
The above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this position; they are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of this position. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
JOB STANDARDS: (Minimum qualifications to perform essential functions)
Knowledge of:
Principles, practices, and techniques of governmental accounting.
Federal and state accounting and auditing rules and regulations.
Ability to:
Communicate accounting information effectively, clearly, and concisely.
Read and interpret complex financial information.
Prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive financial, statistical and narrative reports.
Perform financial, statistical, budgetary and cost analyses.
Perform internal control checks.
Organize work for maximum efficiency.
Understand, follow and provide instructions.
Work alone and closely with others.
Organize and prioritize work load efficiently.
Sit, reach at waist level, and perform fine manipulation frequently, walk, stand, handle office implements occasionally.
Possess visual acuity (near vision continuously).
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
Bachelor’s or associate’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required; or any combination of education and experience that meets the job the essential job functions.
At least 2 years experience as an accounts payable professional or similar.
Advanced competency in accounting and business management software, such as Quickbooks.
In-depth knowledge of accounts payable principles, accounting standards, and industry regulations.
Extensive experience in account reconciliation.
Knowledge of payroll processes, preferred.
Keen attention to detail.
Great time management and organizational skills.
Excellent collaboration and communication abilities.
Successful results upon completion of pre-employment background checks, assessments or tests, as applicable, required.
Ability to communicate and perform well in an interview and demonstrate proven skills and abilities, required.
Remain current in all position applicable trainings as required.
JOB LOCATION: (Place where work is performed)
Montgomery Township, 1001 Stump Road, Montgomeryville, PA
EQUIPMENT: (Examples of machines, devices, tools, etc., used in job performance)
Computer and related equipment, telephone, photocopier, fax, other office equipment as needed.
Tinicum Township, located in Bucks County, seeks a professional Township Manager to lead this municipality (second class per P.L. 103, No. 69) serving 4,000 residents within an area of 30 square miles, with 10 full-time employees and a total budget of $6.0 million. The Manager will report to a three (3) person Board of Supervisors elected for 6 year overlapping terms.
The ideal candidate should demonstrate: (1) a strong understanding of fiscal management, (2) effective communication skills, (3 the ability to build positive relationships among residents, staff, and volunteers, (4) the leadership skill needed to promote a culture of professionalism in government.
Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree in a management related field. Experience in local government management preferred.
To be considered, candidates should e-mail: 1) cover letter, 2) resume, 3) compensation request, to Terry Fedorchak, Interim Township Manager tfedorchak@tinicumbucks.org. Please note “Tinicum Manager” in the subject heading. Salary Range: $110,000 to $130,000 and will be based on qualifications and experience. Position open until filled.
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For the complete Job Description and application please visit the Township website at www.richlandtownship.com
Applications due by April 24, 2024. Applications should be submitted including a resume to Township Manager Leslie Huhn, Richland Township, 1328 California Road, Suite A, Quakertown, PA 18951, or email lhuhn@richlandtownship.org. Richland Township is an EOE, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Lower Southampton Township is seeking applicants for a potential position to become available for (1) Full Time Fire Inspector. This is a Union/Non-Exempt position. Starting rate is $22.50 per hour depending on qualifications and experience. Benefits are available. Candidates must have a High School Diploma or equivalent (GED); an Associates or Bachelors College Degree preferred. Must possess a valid drivers’ license. Mandatory Requirements include 3 years’ experience within the emergency services, U.C.C. Fire Inspector certification, current CPR/AED required/PA Department of Health EMR or EMT-B ce1iification preferred, National Incident Management System certifications 100,200,700,800, emergency vehicle operator ce1iification. Fire Inspector I certification required & Fire Inspector 2 ce1iification preferred and Firefighter 1 certification required and Firefighter 2 certification preferred.
The Fire Inspector is responsible to conduct fire enforcement activities for the township, including inspections, understanding of building plans and other activities as determined under the job description, must exercise discretion, sound judgment and initiative while being committed to the organizational values and providing on target customer service and positive community relations.
Duties include conducting inspections of commercial, industrial and resident building to insure compliance with fire and safety codes and regulations. Make appropriate referrals to other Township Departments concerning any and all violations revealed during inspections; understanding of building and fire suppression system plans to assure the construction of safe and code-confirming buildings, fire suppression system and fire alarm systems; assure compliance with International Fire Code, National Fire Protection Association, and Township ordinances; prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports related to fire inspections, code requirements, permits and training; performs related duties assigned.
Township shall permit the Fire Inspector to take voluntary leave during the work day to respond to emergency calls, provided that the calls are related to volunteer fire companies providing service to Lower Southampton Township. No deduction of pay shall be made for the time spent responding to emergency service calls during the workday.
Skills include the ability to work cooperatively with superiors, subordinates and peers; produce written documents; be able to orally communicate in the English language; learn and observe proper safety precautions; perform all physical requirements of the job; exercise a high degree of self-discipline as well as a high level to ethics and must be dependable.
Applications are available online at www.lowersouthamptontownship.org. Applications may also be submitted by email at Ladams@lstwp.org
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Applicants should submit resume and cover letter to the attention of Melinda Haldeman, Finance Director, P.O. Box 625, Spring House, PA 19477 or email mhaldeman@lowergwynedd.org. This position will remain open until filled.