Clerk, Accounts Payable, #2308

Pearland ISD; Pearland (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearland Independent School District in Pearland, TX is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to support the timely processing of vendor invoices and maintain accurate ledgers. You will assist the Accounting Manager with analytical tasks and apply solid accounting practices in a governmental education setting.

The role requires knowledge of GAAP, governmental accounting concepts, and vendor statement reconciliations.

Qualifications

• Two years of direct experience in public school accounting or governmental accounting.
• Knowledge of GAAP and financial analysis methods.
• Experience with accounts payable processes and vendor statement reconciliation.
• Proficient data entry and ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable transactions in a timely manner.
• Assist Accounting Manager with analytical support.
• Verify accuracy and completeness of AP transactions.
• Navigate accounting system to observe ledger information.
• Support ongoing accounts payable process improvements.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis methods

Governmental accounting

FASRG knowledge

Accounts payable process

Vendor statement reconciliation

Data entry and management

Reading/writing communication

Verify AP transactions

Ledger observation in accounting系统

Independent and team work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MUNIS

Job description

Primary Purpose

Perform accounting duties related to the efficient maintenance and timely processing of accounts payable transactions and assist the Accounting Manager in providing analytical support and applying sound accounting practices.

Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge governmental accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and financial analysis methods


• Knowledge of Texas Education Agency's Financial Accountability System Resource Guide (FASRG)


• Knowledge of school districts, accounts payable process, and reconciling vendor statements


• Knowledge of the MUNIS software system (preferred)


• Proficient in data entry and management


• Effective reading comprehension and verbal/written communication skills, tact and diplomacy


• Ability to verify correctness and completeness of accounts payable transactions


• Ability to navigate through computerized accounting system to gather/observe ledger information


• Ability to work independently and function effectively in a team-oriented environment

Experience

Two years of direct experience in public school accounting, auditing, and accounting procedures or other governmental accounting

Working Conditions

Mental Demands

Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Prolonged sitting. Occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting. Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse. Occasional reaching? May work prolonged or irregular hours

Pay Grade

AS204

Pay Rate

Min. $20.24; Mid. $24.38

Days

# of days 240