Accounts Payable Tech II

Accounts Payable Tech II

Job no: 556717
Work type:
Staff

Location:

Humboldt
Close Date:
May 6, 2026

Salary Range: $4,037 – $5,881 per month (Step 1 – 20). Final salary placement is commensurate with experience, internal equity, and budget considerations. This is a full‑time, benefited, non‑exempt, 12‑month pay plan, permanent position with a one‑year probationary period.

Benefits include vacation, medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, voluntary pre‑tax health and dependent care reimbursement accounts, an educational fee waiver program, California Public Employees Retirement System membership, and 15 paid holidays per year.

Under the general supervision of the Interim Associate Director of Contracts, Procurement, and Accounts Payable, and under the technical direction of the Accounts Payable Technician III Leads, the Accounts Payable Technician II performs full‑cycle accounts payable duties requiring the application of established procedures, independent judgment, and technical knowledge. The incumbent ensures the accurate, timely, and policy‑compliant processing of invoices, travel, and expense reimbursements, while providing high‑quality customer service and support to campus departments and external vendors.

• Review and process invoices, vouchers, and payment requests for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with CSU and university policies
• Match invoices with purchase orders and supporting documentation
• Process payments within established timelines and terms
• Utilize financial systems (e.g., CSU Buy P2P, CFS/People Soft, Concur) and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, queries)
• Ensure proper approvals, coding, and documentation are in place
• Maintain accurate records to support audit and reporting requirements

• Audit financial transactions including travel reimbursements, procurement card (Pro Card), travel card activity, and other expense submissions for compliance with CSU and university policies
• Review supporting documentation for allowability, accuracy, and completeness
• Identify discrepancies, request corrections, and ensure compliance prior to processing
• Apply policy interpretation to a variety of transaction types

• Review vendor statements, payment activity, and card transactions to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Identify discrepancies between invoices, payments, and supporting documentation
• Research and resolve routine to moderately complex transactional issues
• Coordinate with departments, Procurement, and vendors to resolve discrepancies and ensure proper resolution

• Maintain accurate and organized financial records, documentation, and audit trails in accordance with CSU and university requirements
• Assist with system updates, testing, and process improvements related to accounts payable operations
• Update and maintain internal desk procedures and external‑facing guidance materials to support accounts payable processes
• Create and update training resources and reference materials for campus users related to accounts payable, travel, and expense processes, in coordination with Accounts Payable leadership
• Generate and maintain spreadsheets, tracking logs, and reports to support operational monitoring and compliance efforts
• Identify system or process issues and elevate as appropriate
• Respond to vendor and campus inquiries regarding payment status, procedures, and policies
• Provide guidance and clarification requiring explanation and interpretation of accounts payable processes
• Maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of accounts payable, financial recordkeeping, mathematical, and general office methods, procedures, and practices
• Ability to apply accounts payable procedures and practices to the analysis and resolution of accounts payable‑related discrepancies
• Proficiency in…