Accounts Payable Clerk supports the day-to-day operational activities of an accounts payable department. Reviews purchase orders, statements, and invoices to verify amounts owed. Being an Accounts Payable Clerk records and processes payments for vendor invoices in accordance with internal accounting policies and oversees payment schedules. Maintains and reconciles accounts payable ledger to validate charges and ensure accurate and timely payments. Additionally, Accounts Payable Clerk responds to vendor inquiries and assists with the research of any discrepancies in billings and payments. May utilize accounting software and systems to manage invoices and payments. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Accounts Payable Clerk works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be an Accounts Payable Clerk typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Associates Degree in Business or Accounting preferred.
2. Minimum of three years of accounting experience.
3. Understanding of General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
4. Skilled in the use of Excel spreadsheets and other computerized applications.
5. Demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines, juggling conflicting timelines and priorities.
6. Must be able to work independently and have a strong work ethic.
7. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:
1. Purchasing and training staff with purchase requests
2. Sales Tax/Corporations/W-9 Forms/1099 Forms
3. Post cash receipts and journal entries
4. Process account payable checks bi-weekly or as needed for all funds
5. Reconcile credit card statements and bank statements monthly
6. Tax collection reconciliation
7. Assist in preparing monthly financial reports for review by the Board of Education
8. Assist with annual audit and keep proper records throughout the year
9. Assist the Director of Finance with tasks as needed
10. Assist with payroll tasks and back up to payroll
11. Other business function duties as assigned
TERMS: This is a full time position with benefits
SALARY: Commensurate with education and experience
APPLY TO: Please provide a letter of interest, current resume, and transcripts to:
Dowagiac Union School District
Stacy Ritchie
243 S. Front Street
Dowagiac, MI 49047
Phone: 269-782-4400 Fax: 269-782-4418
sritchie@dowagiacschools.org
CLOSING DATE: December 9, 2022 by 4:30 p.m.
POSTED: December 1, 2022
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