Accounts Payable Specialist — Full-Cycle & Vendor Support

Oak-Park-Elementary-School-District-97; Oak Park (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance - medical, dental, vision, &

Job summary

Oak Park Elementary School District 97 is seeking an Accounts Payable professional to join our Business Office. This 12-month position handles the full payables cycle, from requisitions to check issuance, vendor maintenance, and year-end tax filings, ensuring timely, accurate processing to support student learning.

The ideal candidate will have strong accuracy, confidentiality, and experience with accounting software, with the ability to liaise with staff and vendors and assist during external

Qualifications

• Two years related experience and/or training preferred.
• High school diploma, or equivalent.
• Experience with Infinite Visions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process requisitions, purchase orders, check requests, invoices, and vouchers.
• Maintain vendor records and prepare year-end tax filings.
• Administer Procurement Card and Amazon Business programs.
• Serve as primary contact for vendors and staff; resolve inquiries.
• Assist auditors during annual external audit.
• Handle IRS Form 1099 preparation for applicable vendors.
• Manage vendor files with W-9s and up-to-date addresses.

Skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Office Equipment

Filing Systems

Adaptability

Teamwork

MS Office

People Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Infinite Visions

Job description

Oak Park Elementary School District 97 is seeking an Accounts Payable professional to join our Business Office. This 12-month position handles the full payables cycle, from requisitions to check issuance, vendor maintenance, and year-end tax filings, ensuring timely, accurate processing to support student learning.

The ideal candidate will have strong accuracy, confidentiality, and experience with accounting software, with the ability to liaise with staff and vendors and assist during external