Accounting Clerk

Meridian Technology Center; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Meridian Technology Center in Stillwater, Oklahoma, is seeking an Accounting Clerk to support the Finance Department. This role involves handling accounts payable, assisting with payroll, and providing customer service to staff and students.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training, along with experience in bookkeeping and proficiency in Microsoft Office 365. This is a non-exempt position with a salary commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or appropriate certificate of training preferred.
• One to three years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, payroll, or related financial operations is preferred.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office 365, specifically Excel and Word.
• Excellent customer service, communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills required.
• Must be detail‑oriented and able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Accounts Payable support, processing invoices and maintaining vendor records.
• Assist with payroll processes and related functions as needed.
• Process travel reimbursements and other financial transactions.
• Provide customer service and support to staff, students, and the public.

Job description

• Bachelor’s degree or appropriate certificate of training preferred.
• One to three years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or related financial operations is preferred.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office 365, specifically Excel and Word, with advanced skills preferred. The ability to learn new technology and software applications quickly is required.
• Excellent customer service, communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills required.
• Must be able to use a ten‑key proficiently and manage time efficiently to meet critical deadlines.
• Must be detail‑oriented and able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Serve as Accounts Payable support for the Finance Department, including processing invoices, maintaining vendor records and documentation, monitoring vendor accounts, and ensuring timely and accurate payments.
• Maintain knowledge of payroll processes and systems and serve as the primary backup to the Payroll Clerk, including assisting with payroll processing, reports, and related functions as needed.
• Maintain knowledge of the bursar functions and serve as backup to the Bursar as needed, including receipting payments, processing student or customer transactions, preparing deposits, and supporting accounts receivable functions.
• Process travel reimbursements, interdepartmental charges, refunds, and other financial transactions in accordance with district policies and procedures.
• Assist with reconciliations, reporting requirements, audits, collections, and other accounting‑related processes as assigned.
• Provide customer service and support to staff, students, vendors, and the public, including greeting visitors and responding to finance‑related inquiries.
• Assist with administrative and operational support functions for the Finance Department, including switchboard coverage, mail processing, scholarship review support, and maintaining departmental records.
• Remain knowledgeable of Oklahoma school laws, district policies, and finance procedures applicable to assigned responsibilities.
• Abide by all policies and procedures adopted by the Meridian Technology Center Board of Education.
• Promote Meridian Technology Center, its programs, and employees at every available opportunity.
• Actively support and model MTC’s Culture of Excellence by demonstrating a commitment to the Standards of Excellence, continuous improvement initiatives, collaboration, innovation, and delivering high‑quality service to students, staff, and the community.
• Live out MTC’s Mission, Vision and Values in daily work and interactions. Uphold and model the values of:
  • Relationships – Act in the best interest of others
  • Excellence – Deliver superior services
  • Innovation – Integrate new ideas with courage
  • Integrity – Model honesty and trust in all we do
  • Empowerment – Provide the framework and resources to succeed
  • Impact – Commit to enrich each life we touch
• Perform other duties and tasks assigned by the Executive Director of Finance.

Physical Demands

This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. Must be able to occasionally lift items weighing as much as 25 pounds.

Work Hours

Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM, with option of choosing a 30‑minute or one‑hour lunch break.

12‑month position

STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE

The Accounting Clerkwill be evaluated on the previously listed responsibilitiesto determine satisfactory compliance. These evaluations will determine salary increases and career advancement possibilities.

FLSA CLASSIFICATION

Non‑exempt

SALARY

Commensurate with experience.

AVAILABLE

Immediately