Accounting Specialist: Grants, AP/AR & Reporting

Bridgeport; Bridgeport (CT); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Bridgeport Board of Education in Bridgeport, CT is seeking an Accounting Specialist to handle accounts payable, accounts receivable and related financial records for the BOE. The role involves processing order forms, reviewing invoices for payment, maintaining grant expenditures, and generating financial reports.

Minimum qualifications include high school diploma with accounting coursework, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and preferred MUNIS experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices for AP/AR and purchasing.
• Ability to maintain financial records of some complexity.
• Skill in mathematical calculations and use of computer systems.
• Strong directions-following with good communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with coworkers and management.
• Experience using the MUNIS system preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process Order Forms
• Review electronic order forms for procurement compliance
• Align grant accounts with grant guidelines
• Enter requisitions in BOE system; resolve issues
• Track orders from requisition to PO; update files with PO numbers
• Review open order reports; ensure timely invoice receipt
• Process vendor invoices for payments
• Match and process grant invoices for City Accounts Payable
• Reconcile invoice discrepancies as necessary
• Verify invoice accuracy and documentation for POs
• Monitor requisitions, orders, payments, and balances
• Maintain financial files for easy access in systems
• Generate financial reports
• Perform other related tasks as required

Skills

Accounting principles

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

MS Office

MUNIS (preferred)

Education

High school diploma

Accounting coursework

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

MUNIS (preferred)

Job description

Bridgeport Board of Education in Bridgeport, CT is seeking an Accounting Specialist to handle accounts payable, accounts receivable and related financial records for the BOE. The role involves processing order forms, reviewing invoices for payment, maintaining grant expenditures, and generating financial reports.

Minimum qualifications include high school diploma with accounting coursework, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and preferred MUNIS experience.