Accounts Payable Specialist

Position Summary:
The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for all aspects of accounts payable, purchasing process and vendor communications for the district including troubleshooting technical issues for requisitions, purchase orders, contracts, invoice entry and check processing, assisting with issuing purchasing cards, review and correcting entries, recommending changes in procedures to improve processes and efficiencies, training new employees in the accounts payable processes, and ensuring department deadlines for processing accounts payable are met.

Position Requirements:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; two year degree in accounting preferred. A minimum of two years previous experience in accounts payable, finance records management or computerized accounting systems is beneficial.

Other Skills & Abilities:
Position requires accuracy, efficiency, flexibility, and good interpersonal communication skills with excellent computer & organizational skills. Exercises independent judgement on questions and information; basic understanding of accounting and district operations as it pertains to accounts payable; performing basic mathematical calculations accurately; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships wiht the public and staff; understanding of protocols related to data privacy. Requires attention to detail, precision and accuracy in accordance with set deadlines. Consistent and reliable attendance.

Hours/Schedule:
52 weeks / 5 days per week / 8 hours per day / 7:30AM - 4:00PM

Rate of Pay:
B-2-3 / $21.59 - $24.57 depending on experience

Benefits offered for this position are as listed - Clerical - Full Time:
Health Insurance is offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield (single and family)
Dental Insurance (Single and Family)
$70,000 Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) pension
403(B) Matching Annuity Plan - up to $600/year match
Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) / Sick Time Leave
Vacation Time
12 Paid Holidays

**First review of applications will be 3/27/2025

ISD 761 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND SUPPORTS WORKFORCE DIVERSITY.