Job Title :
Director of Accounts Payable
Position Number : 999764
Department : Controller's Office
Salary : $75,000 - $80,000
Remote : No
Job Summary / Description :
Under minimal supervision, supervises the daily operations of the Accounts Payable office and assures the accurate and timely payment of invoices, researches and resolves invoice and payment issues, works cooperatively with the Purchasing office to assure the proper accounting of payments in compliance with state regulations, prepares the 1099 reporting for the university and ASU Foundation, and lead, mentor and support a dynamic team to achieve operational excellence.
Typical Duties / Job Duties :
- Supervises all functions within the accounts payable office to include coding and reviewing invoices; Interprets university and state guidelines and apply to payment processing; Resolves invoice issues and corrects errors as needed; Approves invoices for payment; Supports staff to ensure check and direct deposit payments are processed accurately from state and local bank accounts.
- Prepare university 1099s for services rendered to ASU, ASU Foundation, and other related organizations as needed.
- Communicates in a professional, service-oriented manner with departments, staff and others in the course of performing work or coordinating tasks. Provides coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations to support employee development.
- Responsible for testing new processes and upgrades related to Banner accounts payable functions within the finance module. Assist in preparing and reviewing of ASU policies and procedures relating to accounts payable. Responsible for continuous improvement and implementation of automation resulting in operational efficiencies and adherence to state regulations.
- Enters ETVs, deposits and other related documents into state accounting system (USAS). Approves all direct entries in USAS. Approves quarterly and annual reports of encumbrances expenditures into USAS.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
Knowledge
Accounts payable processes and general accounting proceduresState of Texas regulations related to expendituresFund accounting principles and reconciling financial recordsUniversity budgets, appropriations documents, and financial referencesOperation of personal computers, with strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other spreadsheet / word processing toolsSkills
Accounting and financial systems managementOral and written communication, active listening, and strong interpersonal skillsCoaching, providing feedback, and conducting performance evaluations to support employee developmentProblem-solving and conflict resolution to address employee and operational concerns effectivelyCommitment to delivering excellent customer serviceAbilities
Perform accurate mathematical calculations and accounting entriesOrganize, prioritize, and complete tasks requiring attention to detail in a timely mannerLearn and operate effectively within multiple software systemsWork independently for extended periods with minimal supervisionAnalyze issues and implement effective solutionsMinimum Qualifications :
Bachelors degree in accounting, business, management or other directly related field required.Five plus years of progressive and diversified professional level accounts payable experience which includes the training and supervision of staff required.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required.Preferred Qualifications :
Banner ERP and Higher Ed experience preferred.
EEO Statement :
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Angelo State University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. We are committed to ensuring that a qualified individual with a disability has the same rights and privileges in employment as non-disabled employees. If an accommodation is requested for the job application process, please contact our office at (325) 942-2168 or email us at hr@angelo.edu .
Posting Number : S1042P
Open Date : 09 / 05 / 2025
Desired Start Date : 10 / 01 / 2025
Open Until Filled : Yes