Accounts Payable Specialist – Public Education

La Porte Independent School District; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

La Porte Independent School District is seeking a Specialist, Accounts Payable to manage timely payments and maintain accurate records across departments. You will verify invoices, process payments, and coordinate with staff and vendors to resolve discrepancies.

The role requires awareness of district accounting procedures and strong communication skills; experience in education finance is preferred, with an emphasis on accuracy and compliance.

Qualifications

• Proficient with computers and ten-key by touch.
• Knowledge of accounting procedures and school district account codes preferred.
• Ability to analyze problems and select proper corrective actions.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive, process and delegate all accounts payable invoices, requisitions and purchase orders.
• Batch invoices with proper purchase order numbers and ensure accuracy.
• Resolve problems with incorrect orders, invoices and shipments.
• Print and mail checks at designated times and maintain proper documentation.
• Create monthly journals for voided checks and communicate with vendors.

Skills

Ten-key by touch

Accounting procedures knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical ability

Education

High school diploma

Job description

La Porte Independent School District is seeking a Specialist, Accounts Payable to manage timely payments and maintain accurate records across departments. You will verify invoices, process payments, and coordinate with staff and vendors to resolve discrepancies.

The role requires awareness of district accounting procedures and strong communication skills; experience in education finance is preferred, with an emphasis on accuracy and compliance.