Accounts Payable Clerk

Francis Howell School District; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading educational institution as an Accounts Payable Clerk, where you will support the Accounting Department by processing invoices, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. This entry-level position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Medical and dental plans

Vision coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Basic life insurance ($75,000)

Short-term disability

Paid holidays and vacation

Qualifications

• Proficiency in bookkeeping and accounting procedures.
• Ability to interpret regulations and use accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and maintain accurate financial records.
• Prepare reports and assist with audit requests.
• Investigate discrepancies in financial documentation.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Accounting Procedures

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Additional coursework in accounting

Job description

Join to apply for the Accounts Payable Clerk role at Francis Howell School District

Pay Range

This range is provided by Francis Howell School District. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range: $17.70/hr - $17.70/hr

Job Details

• Job ID: 9404
• Position: Support Staff/Accounts Payable Clerk
• Date Posted: 5/13/2025
• Location: Administration
• Closing Date: 05/23/2025
• Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Reports To: Manager - Accounting

About Us

The Francis Howell School District (FHSD) is committed to fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment. We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to support processing, recording, updating, and reconciling fiscal information, ensuring smooth and compliant financial operations.

Purpose

The Accounts Payable Clerk provides financial and administrative support to the Accounting Department, including processing invoices, maintaining records, reconciling data, and assisting personnel according to policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

1. Audit Support: Provide supporting documentation for audit requests.
2. Financial Data Processing: Collect and process financial information such as batch totals, p-card logs, and bank transactions.
3. Record Maintenance: Keep accurate financial records and files for compliance and documentation.
4. Report Preparation: Prepare and distribute reports like voucher ratification, tax listings, journal entries.
5. Discrepancy Research: Investigate and resolve inconsistencies in financial documentation.
6. Support Staff and Administration: Respond to inquiries regarding financial procedures.
7. Meeting Participation: Attend department meetings, trainings, and workshops.
8. Additional Duties: Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required); additional coursework in accounting is preferred.
• Proficiency in bookkeeping and accounting procedures.
• Ability to interpret regulations and use accounting software.
• Relevant job-related experience.

Knowledge

• Basic math skills, including fractions, percentages, ratios.
• Accounting and bookkeeping principles.

Abilities

• Organize and schedule tasks efficiently.
• Work flexibly with diverse individuals and detailed data.
• Strong communication, confidentiality, and problem-solving skills.
• Meet deadlines, prioritize, and maintain accuracy.

Benefits

FHSD offers a comprehensive, employer-paid benefits package, including:

• Medical and dental plans
• Vision coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Basic life insurance ($75,000)
• Short-term disability
• Paid holidays and vacation

Additional options are available at the employee's expense.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industry: Accounting

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