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Accounts Payable Clerk #OC-1010-2777

Date Opened
Friday, August 21, 2026 8:30 AM
Close Date
Open until sufficient apps are received
Section
Finance
Salary
  • $24.54-$30.07
Employment Type
  • Full-Time
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Introduction

OPEN COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR:  ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK (Non-Exempt)
SALARY: $24.54 ~ $30.07/hr., 35 hrs./wk. paid bi-wkly. (NOTE:  New hires start at the beginning of the range)

FRINGE BENEFITS:  Choose from available health insurance plans (employee contributions vary) Prescription Drug Rider, Dental Plan, Group Life Insurance for Individual, Retirement Plan, paid holidays, paid vacation; paid sick days and paid personal days.

IMPORTANT:
1. Veterans – Veteran’s points will be awarded in accordance with the Connecticut State Statute. Five (5) for non-disabled veterans, ten (10) for disabled veterans. Proper documentation must be submitted to the Personnel Director before the date of the examination.

2. Residents – Residency points shall be added in accordance with the amendment to the Civil Service Ordinances dated March 18, 2011. Proper documentation and proof of residence must be submitted no later than the closing date for applications.
 

3. Appeal Process - an applicant may appeal notice of not meeting the minimum qualifications (Civil Service Rules and Regulations, Section 3741, Subsection B, Article 9) to the Civil Service Commission within seven (7) days of the date on such notice.  Please notify the Civil Service Office of a change in address.  Notification will be mailed to the address written on your application.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

The incumbent supports the weekly accounts payable processing function for payment of vendor goods and services invoices, utility invoices, non-po vouchers, employee expense reimbursements and ther related activities in compliance with City Policies. 

EXAMPLES OF WORK

(Illustrative only) 
Reviews department processed invoices for correct appropriation classification, quantity, price, remittance address, verification of receipt of goods, authorized approvals, and required backup; Performs invoice data entry, matching, receiving and processing; Reviews and processes employee expense reimbursement requests; Mails and distributes checks; Responds to vendor and department inquiries; Files invoices and other supporting payment documents and retrieves files upon request.  Enters purchase requisitions.  Assists in the maintenance of orderly filing systems for current and prior fiscal years in accordance with State record retention guidelines; inputs data for maintenance of electric, natural gas, water & sewer utility tracking spreadsheets.  Supports department annual production and issuance of 1099 Misc tax forms.  Supports mailings and other vendor and payables related work as required; May cross train on other Finance accounting functions; may perform work of peers in other departments as needed; Performs additional duties and supports special projects as requested.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Some knowledge of basic accounts payable processing procedures; Ability to use a computer keyboard and enter data with speed and accuracy; Ability to follow complex oral and written directions. 



REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Two (2) years’ experience performing accounts payable or similar processing function using a computerized 
system. Graduation from high school.


COPIES OF APPLICABLE EDUCATIONAL DOCUMENTS 
MUST BE SUBMITTED AT TIME OF APPLICATION

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Working Conditions, Physical and Mental Requirements

Employees appointed to positions in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class. A physical examination may be required.

 

NEVER (N)

OCCASIONALLY (O)

FREQUENTLY (F)

CONSTANTLY (C)

0 % of Shift

1-33% of Shift

34-66% of Shift

67-100% of Shift

Working Conditions

N

O

F

C

Working Conditions

N

O

F

C

Physical Demands

 

 

 

 

Depth Perception

 

 

X

 

Standing

 

 

X

 

Color Distinction

 

 

X

 

Walking

 

 

X

 

Peripheral Vision

 

 

X

 

Sitting

 

 

X

 

Driving

 

X

 

 

Lifting

 

X

 

 

Physical Strength:

 

 

 

 

Carrying

 

X

 

 

Little Physical Effort (-10 lbs.)

 

 

X

 

Pushing

 

X

 

 

Light Work (-20 lbs.)

 

X

 

 

Pulling

 

X

 

 

Medium Work (20-50 lbs.)

 

X

 

 

Climbing

 

X

 

 

Heavy Work (50-100 lbs.)

X

 

 

 

Balancing

 

X

 

 

Very Heavy Work (100+ lbs.)

X

 

 

 

Stooping

 

X

 

 

Environmental Conditions

 

 

 

 

Kneeling

 

X

 

 

Cold (50 degrees F or less)

 

X

 

 

Crouching

 

X

 

 

Heat (90 degrees F or more)

 

X

 

 

Crawling

X

 

 

 

Temperature Changes

 

X

 

 

Reaching

 

X

 

 

Wetness

 

X

 

 

Handling

 

X

 

 

Humidity

 

X

 

 

Grasping

 

X

 

 

Extreme Noise or Vibration

 

X

 

 

Twisting

 

X

 

 

Exposure to Chemicals

 

X

 

 

Feeling

 

X

 

 

Exposure to Gases and Fumes

 

X

 

 

Talking

 

 

X

 

Exposure to Unpleasant Odors

 

X

 

 

Hearing

 

 

X

 

Exposure to bodily fluids

X

 

 

 

Repetitive Motion

 

X

 

 

Exposure to dampness

 

X

 

 

Hand/Eye/Foot Coordination

 

 

X

 

Confinement to Small or Restricting Area

 

X

 

 

Visual Acuity/Near

 

 

X

 

Mechanical Hazards

X

 

 

 

Visual Acuity/Far

 

 

X

 

Physical danger or abuse

X

 

 

 

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities and duties performed by personnel so classified.

The City of Waterbury is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the City when necessary

SPECIAL NOTE

This position is covered under the written agreement between the City of Waterbury and the White-Collar Union.   The Parts and Weights for this examination will be determined prior to conducting the exam.  Individuals appointed shall be required to serve a working test period which will be, in effect, the final phase of the examination.  Appeal Process- An applicant may appeal notice of not meeting the minimum qualifications (Civil Service Rules and Regulations, Section 3741, Subsection B, Article 9) to the Civil Service Commission within seven (7) days of the date on such notice.  Please notify the Civil Service Office of a change in address. Notification will be mailed to the address written on your application.


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