Finance Specialist - Accounts Payable

Salary: $18.91 - $24.78 Hourly
Location : Brooksville, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 000000044
Department: Hernando County Clerk and Comptroller
Division: Financial Services
Opening Date: 06/05/2026
Closing Date: 6/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Max Number of Applicants: 30


JOB SUMMARY


Responsible for pre-audit and data entry of vouchers and all other aspects of accounts payable for the Board of County Commissioners.

JOB DUTIES

1. Responsible for audit and payment of Board of County Commissioners' accounts payable, interdepartmental transfers, and routine and systematic settlement payments with extensive data entry in a timely manner with a high degree of accuracy and ensuring they meet legal and public purpose criteria.
2. Responsible for the audit and verification of purchasing card transactions for legal and public purpose compliance.
3. Responsible for importing and processing purchasing card batches into financial software, monthly reports and managing the purchasing card module.
4. Assist the public and Board of County Commissioners' departments with questions concerning the status of payments and accounts payable policies and procedures.
5. Responsible for maintaining documents in an orderly fashion, including sufficient documentation for the release of funds, imaging and filing at the Records Storage Facility.
6. Responsible for the completion and verification of accounts payable document imaging on a weekly basis.
7. Assist supervisor with special projects, process non-routine requisitions, and process single checks when required.
8. Ensure the accuracy of vendor information, including Form W-9 and Form 1099-MISC data through the pre-audit process.
9. Compile accurate and timely statistics, reports, schedules and other data as needed for audit purposes.
10. Regular attendance and punctuality.

OTHER JOB DUTIES:
Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience :
Minimum two years of bookkeeping, accounting, or other relevant experience.

An equivalent combination of education, experience and training may be substituted at the Clerk's discretion.


Licenses/Certificates :
N/A

EQUIPMENT USED:
Computer, calculator, copier, scanner and facsimile.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Skill in using a calculator.
• Must type 35 wpm.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Skill in interacting with co-workers and intra-county office personnel in a professional manner.
• Ability to follow policies under general supervision.
• Knowledge of office practices and procedures.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:
Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction); acceptable hearing (with or without correction); ability to access, input and retrieve information from a personal computer; ability to sit for long periods of time; ability to access file cabinets for filing and retrieval of data; ability to communicate orally in order to answer the telephone; ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods of time. Climbing, walking, standing, kneeling, bending, stooping, and lifting up to 50 lbs.


WORKING CONDITIONS:
Office environment. Work closely with others. Must have reliable transportation which employee may be required to use if a County vehicle is not available. Flexible hours and travel as required.


Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.
Benefits Include:

• Employer contribution towards Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Long-term Disability, Life Insurance, EAP
• CareATC Wellness Clinic
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Employer contribution to the retirement account through the Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Employer offers Short term Disability
• Additional group benefits available

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Did you read the posted job description?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

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What is your minimum hourly rate requirement?
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Why do you want to leave your current employment?
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When are you available to begin work?
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Explain how your previous jobs have prepared you for this position.
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Describe your experience working in a team environment.
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How many invoices did you process monthly in your previous role?
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Describe a challenging AP issue you resolved.
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Have you ever identified fraudulent or suspicious transactions? If yes, please explain.
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How do you build positive relationships with vendors while enforcing company policies?
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How would you handle a vendor dispute regarding a payment?
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What is your tested typing speed?

• less than 20 words per minute
• 20-29 words per minute
• 30-39 words per minute
• 40-50 words per minute
• More than 50 words per minute

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Can you work additional hours if necessary?

• Yes
• No

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