The City of Aurora is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Accounts Payable Coordinator in the Accounting Division.
The Accounts Payable Coordinator performs a wide variety of complex accounts payable functions and supervises a wide variety of complex clerical/accounting functions.
The duties of this position include but are not limited to: Supervise payable operations including the recording of voucher transactions for direct payments and coordinating vouchers submitted from Purchasing Division; Supervise payable run preparation including distribution of checks/EFTs; Supervise the positive pay process and coordinate with bank personnel as needed; Coordinate updates and corrections to accounts payable and encumbrance batches; Coordinate responses to employee and vendor payable inquiries including investigation and resolution of accounts payable issues; Maintains W-9 information for vendor files; Review and submit accounts payable summaries prepared for review by City Council; Supervise monthly reconciliation of the City’s procurement card program; Supervise clerical processing of travel reimbursement forms for compliance with the City’s travel policy and procedures; Supervise and coordinate the process to handle uncashed checks in accordance with the state’s unclaimed property rules and requirements, and periodic stale check processing in accordance with City policy; Supervise and coordinate timely preparation of special purpose reports and filings, such as the annual federal information returns (Forms 1099); May instruct and/or assign work to Account Clerks within the division; Other duties as assigned.
This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, an associate’s degree in accounting or finance-related field is preferred. This position also requires a minimum of three years of professional office experience, accounting and/or accounts payable experience is preferred. Supervisory experience in a municipal government and/or accounting environment is preferred.
Must successfully pass pre-hire requirements including but not limited to physical, drug screen, and background check.
This is a full-time, non-exempt position. The position works on site in City Hall with work hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Starting hourly wage is $36.06/hr., depending on experience and qualifications.
Non-Exempt Benefits:
The City of Aurora offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and eligible part-time employees in accordance with the City’s Non-Exempt Pay Plan:
Applications should be submitted online by 3:00 PM CST on July 6, 2026.
To learn more about the City of Aurora, IL, visit https://www.aurora.il.us/Government-and-Engagement/About-Our-City
