Fowler Elementary School District
Job Title : ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK
Classification : Support Personnel Pay Scale
Range : IV
Description : The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for the processing and management of the Accounts Payable function. He / she performs bookkeeping, clerical, and some administrative work relating to the accounts payable system.
Qualifications :
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required
- Knowledge of bookkeeping accounts payable and payroll systems
- Knowledge of clerical work relating to grants
- Must have extensive knowledge of technology including computers (Word, Excel, Access), copiers, fax machines and other applicable office equipment
- Knowledge of the English language including reading, writing and oral communication
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills when dealing with others
- Ability to comprehend and perform functions from oral and written instructions
- Arithmetic and basic mathematic and accounting procedures
- Ability to work with vendors and internal departments and / or resolve any issues or discrepancies that may arise between organizations
- Must be an energetic, highly ethical and possess good emotional and physical health
- Prior work experience is preferred
Alternatives to the above qualifications as the Governing Board or the Superintendent may deem appropriate
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
Maintain a log of accounts payableMaintain updated vendor files and file numbersMatch and code distributions to vendors and associatesReceive and verify invoices and requisitions for goods and servicesVerify that transactions comply with financial policies and proceduresInput invoices into a computer data system, make payments, and process backup reportsPrepare and manage the weekly check runPrepare vendor checks for mailing and record all checks in a log bookPrepare manual checks as and when requiredMaintain a general ledger for accounting and auditing purposesPrint and distribute monthly financial reportsMaintain records of financial, statistical and accounting information and prepare accurate reportsParticipate in district sponsored professional development workshops / inservices, attend on-going training classes as directed, and read professional publications for continued professional developmentMaintain strict confidentiality and use appropriate discretion when working with all district personnel records and / or informationSupport and follow the rules, regulations and policies set by the School Board and the DistrictPerform all other duties as assigned by the Governing School Board, the Assistant Superintendent of Business Services or his / her designeeLength of Employment :
Twelve (12) monthsReports to : Finance Director
Evaluation : Performance to be evaluated in accordance with Board Policy GDO