Assabet Valley Reg. Tech. High School (Admin. off) - Marlborough, Massachusetts
Accounting Clerk
Job Details
Job ID: 5931247
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 17, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately
Job Description
The Accounting Clerk provides administrative and accounting support to the Business Office and assists with the accurate and timely processing, recording, and reconciliation of the District’s financial transactions. The Accounting Clerk performs duties related to purchasing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial data entry, recordkeeping, and general business office operations.
The successful candidate will maintain a high level of accuracy and confidentiality while providing professional and responsive service to staff, parents, vendors, and other members of the school community. The Accounting Clerk must be able to work independently, prioritize multiple responsibilities, and function effectively as a member of the Business Office team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Purchasing
- Receive and review staff requisitions for completeness and budget approval.
- Create purchase orders in the District’s accounting software and submit them to vendors.
- Follow up with staff and vendors regarding orders, changes, and deliveries.
- Maintain purchasing records and documentation.
Accounts Payable
- Receive and review invoices and match them with purchase orders and supporting documentation.
- Enter invoices into the accounting system and prepare biweekly warrants for approval and payment.
- Assist with resolving invoice and purchasing discrepancies.
Accounts Receivable
- Collect and accurately record monies received from District programs and activities.
- Prepare deposits and supporting documentation.
- Assist shops with receivables.
- Assist staff, parents, and vendors with routine financial inquiries
Recordkeeping and General Business Office Support
- Perform accurate and timely financial data entry.
- Maintain electronic and paper financial records and supporting documentation.
- Assist with monthly and quarterly financial reporting and reconciliations.
- Maintain vendor, account, and other Business Office databases.
- Handle confidential financial information with honesty and integrity.
- Assist with other Business Office duties and special projects as assigned.
- Participate in training to maintain knowledge of District policies, procedures, and accounting systems.
- Create and maintain digital records for the Business Office.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Position Type: Full-time
Salary: $52,000 to $62,000 Per Year
Job Categories: Support Staff > Accounting/Bookkeeping
Job Requirements
- EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Qualifications:
Associate’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
Minimum two years of accounting or bookkeeping experience; school or municipal experience preferred.
Experience with financial/accounting software, preferably MUNIS or Infinite Visions.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Google Workspace, and other computer applications.
Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, establish priorities, and meet deadlines.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Requirements:
At least 2 years of relevant experience preferred
Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required
- At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
- Stefanie Fields , Director of Business Operations
- 215 Fitchburg Street
- Marlborough, Massachusetts 01752
- Phone: 5082639601
- Email: sfields@assabet.org