Accounts Payable/Payroll Assistant

Lisle Community Unit School District #202; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Lisle Community Unit School District #202 is seeking an Accounts Payable/Payroll Assistant at the Central Office. This full-time, non-exempt clerical role supports accounts payable and payroll operations with attention to accuracy and timeliness.

Responsibilities include processing AP, preparing reports, assisting with budgeting data, reviewing timesheets, and supporting pay and benefits projects. Strong bookkeeping and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful bookkeeping, accounts payable, and payroll experience reflecting strong organizational skills.
• Typing and computer skills related to bookkeeping and accounts payable functions including knowledge of school financial software.
• Experience with Skyward Qmlative School Business Suite preferred.
• Good aptitude for math and problem-solving.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable: process AP, prepare reports, assist budgeting data, and coordinate with auditors.
• Payroll: support payroll operations, review timesheets, and assist pay/benefits projects.
• Collaborate with staff to prepare reports for the Board of Education and coordinate purchasing through the district system.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Mathematical aptitude

Problem-solving

Typing

Education

High school diploma

Bookkeeping experience

Tools

School financial software

Skyward Qmlative School Business Suite

Job description

Accounts Payable/Payroll Assistant JobID: 1160

• Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/ Accounts Payable
• Date Posted: 10/27/2026
• Location: Central Office
• Date Available: 12/07/2026

Qualifications / Education:

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
• Successful bookkeeping, accounts payable, and payroll experience reflecting strong organizational skills
• Typing and computer skills related to bookkeeping and accounts payable functions including knowledge of school financial software
• Experience with Skyward Qmlative School Business Suite preferred
• Good aptitude for math and problem-solving
• Strong interpersonal skills which foster good working relationships with other staff members and the public
• Excellent oral/written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills

AccountsPayable:

• Assumes responsibilities for accounts payable processing
• Prepares accurate reports as required from accounts payable activities
• Assists in developing data for budgeting and other purposes related to accounts payable as required
• Develops an understanding of the accounting procedures and codes related to the accounts payable functions
• Provides detailed and appropriate information for auditors as required
• Keeps the Accounting Coordinator and Director of Finance informed of issues and concerns related to accounts payable
• Works in conjunction with other employees in the office to prepare reports for the Board of Education
• Works with support personnel in the timely processing of purchase orders through a computerized purchasing program
• Coordinates with support personnel and vendors for the timely processing of bid purchases of office, teacher, and custodial supplies as well as xerographic paper for the district
• Maintains files for vendors, purchase orders, and other related functions

Payroll:

• Supports payroll operations by acting as backup in the event of the absence of the payroll specialist
• Assists payroll specialist in reviewing timesheets, special requests for pay, and employee insurance issues
• Assists the Director of Finance and Assistant Superintendent in special projects related to pay and benefits

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary range: $19.23/hr to $28.53/hr to commensurate with experience; Full Benefits Package, Paid Time Off, 260 Day Calendar, Full-Time Status, Non-Exempt-Non-Union