Position Description

Position Title:           Utilities Payable Clerk

Report To:                 Chief Financial Officer

Work Schedule:        Full-time

Status:                       Regular

Wage/Hour Laws:     Non-Exempt

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Chief Financial Officer, this position is responsible for conducting Housing Authority financial matters in an accurate and efficient manner. Work consists of accounts payable activities related to all utilities provided to NWGHA. This position is responsible for issuance of all utilities payments for Northwest Georgia Housing Authority and its subsidiaries.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of the payables process related to utilities services provided to NWGHA.
• Assists with annual audit & data collection for auditors as necessary.
• Keeps informed on and adheres to policies, procedures and requirements of NWGHA.
• Performs other accounting duties as directed by the Chief Financial Officer.
• Integrity and Trust – Shows consistency between words and actions.
• Protects confidential and sensitive information.
• Effectively handles emotions, including anger and frustration.
• Ethics and Values - Engages in open and honest dialogue with others.
• Treats all individuals (residents, staff and guests) respectfully, professionally and fairly.
• Customer and Team Focus – Establishes and maintains effective customer relationships.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, methods and practices, including HUD and GAAP accounting requirements.
• Knowledge of computers, computerized systems and the use of computers for financial operations, and the use of spreadsheets and word-processing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors and the public.

Education and Experience

High School graduate preferably supplemented by courses in accounts payables. Minimum (preferred) of two years’ experience in working with accounts payables and general ledger or any equivalent combination of relevant education and experience to meet the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Special Requirements

Ability to be covered under the Authority's fidelity bond.  Possession of a valid Georgia driver's license.

$21.00/hour

Please email resume to Amanda Fox, Chief of Staff

afox@nwgha.com