What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Clerk position at Fargo Public Schools?
JobID: 6354
Position Type:
Business Services/Accounts Payable
Business Services/Accounts Payable
Date Posted:
2/19/2025
2/19/2025
Location:
DO Business Services Department
DO Business Services Department
Closing Date:
03/01/2025
03/01/2025
Job Type
Full time
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Schedule
12-months
Salary Range
Group 6 from $21.23 to $26.67 per hour
Position Purpose: Processes accounts payable and maintains associated vendor and invoice files for the District.
Responsibilities:
Reviews, processes and pays authorized invoices.
Ensures timely entry of data.
Assists with maintenance vendor file including vendor numbers and 1099’s.
Responds to vendor inquiries regarding payments.
Assists with maintaining files of paid and unpaid invoices and purchase orders.
Prepares, verifies and distributes checks and file copies.
Assists with and responds to expenditure questions from District responsibility centers.
Prepares information in response to ad hoc requests for payment histories.
Reviews, verifies and pays staff travel expense reports in accordance with District policies.
Participate in all mandatory training or training appropriate to the position as required by the district.
Education and/or Experience:
High School Graduate or equivalent, plus one to three years accounting/bookkeeping experience.
Language Skills:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as Invoices, packing slips, statements, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with vendors and staff.
Mathematical Skills:
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, sales tax, percentages and other practical solutions.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ensures timely entry of data.
Assists with maintenance vendor file including vendor numbers and 1099’s.
Responds to vendor inquiries regarding payments.
Assists with maintaining files of paid and unpaid invoices and purchase orders.
Prepares, verifies and distributes checks and file copies.
Assists with and responds to expenditure questions from District responsibility centers.
Prepares information in response to ad hoc requests for payment histories.
Reviews, verifies and pays staff travel expense reports in accordance with District policies.
Participate in all mandatory training or training appropriate to the position as required by the district.
Education and/or Experience:
High School Graduate or equivalent, plus one to three years accounting/bookkeeping experience.
Language Skills:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as Invoices, packing slips, statements, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with vendors and staff.
Mathematical Skills:
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, sales tax, percentages and other practical solutions.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Application Procedures
All applications for open Fargo Public Schools positions must be made via www.applitrack.com/fargo/onlineapp. Paper submissions will not be accepted. Application materials must clearly explain how experience and education are related to the minimum qualifications and job duties. Applicants for administrative, teaching, professional and other certified staff positions will need to attach: 1) Cover Letter 2) Resume/CV 3) Three (3) Professional References
Job postings will be closed for applications at 8:00 AM Central Standard Time (CST) on the closing date listed in the posting.
Fargo Public Schools does not offer or provide sponsorships. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must upload a Form DD214. Claims for disabled veteran's preference must include a current statement of disabled status from the Veterans Affairs Office.
For more information or questions please call 701-446-1000 or email humanresources@fargo.k12.nd.us. Fargo Public Schools (FPS) is dedicated to fostering an educational environment rooted in inclusivity and academic freedom. Our FPS Philosophies https://www.fargo.k12.nd.us/about-us/fps-philosophies articulate our commitment to these principles, guiding our practices to ensure every student's success. We invite candidates to thoroughly review our FPS Philosophies as they reflect the foundational values and expectations for all FPS employees. By applying, candidates express their commitment to embracing and upholding these philosophies in their professional practice, contributing to a culture of excellence and inclusivity within our schools.
The Fargo Public School District is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment in all employment and educational programs, activities, and facilities. The District prohibits discrimination and harassment based on an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or other status protected by law.
Salary : $21 - $27
