Accounts Payable Specialist — Immediate Start

West Ottawa Public Schools; Michigan; On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance: medical, dental, and vision

Retirement plan

Paid sick and vacation days

Job summary

West Ottawa Public Schools is seeking a Staff Accountant, Accounts Payable to process invoices, create purchase orders and manage payments in Munis. The role reports to the Director of Finance and supports year-end tasks with accuracy and confidentiality.

The ideal candidate has a accounting qualification and strong Excel skills, with attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a busy central office environment in Michigan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance preferred or associate degree with commensurate experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Suite products and computerized accounting systems.
• Familiar with GAAP and typical school district financial procedures.
• Strong organization, confidentiality and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process and enter invoices into Munis (REP accounting system).
• Enter requisitions and create purchase orders in Munis.
• Sort and match invoices to purchase orders.
• Review invoices for account number accuracy and obtain signature approvals.
• Distribute incoming invoices and statements to appropriate staff.
• Ensure timely and accurate entry of all payments in Munis.
• Balance accounts payable checks against financial system reports and issue checks.
• Maintain vendor communications and resolve payment discrepancies.
• Track outstanding checks monthly and handle 1099 processing for year-end reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Associate degree with commensurate experience

Tools

Munis

MS Office / Excel

Job description

West Ottawa Public Schools is seeking a Staff Accountant, Accounts Payable to process invoices, create purchase orders and manage payments in Munis. The role reports to the Director of Finance and supports year-end tasks with accuracy and confidentiality.

The ideal candidate has a accounting qualification and strong Excel skills, with attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a busy central office environment in Michigan.