Detail‑Driven AP & Accounting Specialist

Lakeside Educational Network; North Wales (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeside Educational Network is seeking an Accounts Payable & Accounting Specialist to join our finance team. You will process vendor invoices, manage payments, and support month-end close. This role requires accuracy, confidentiality, and strong Excel skills.

Key duties include payroll data entry, tax reporting prep, reconciliations, and maintaining AP records. Prior nonprofit or educational experience is a plus, along with proficiency in accounting software and Office.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounts payable or related accounting experience.
• Experience in nonprofit, education, or human services environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Proficient with Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Review, code, and process vendor invoices with PO matching and approvals.
• Prepare weekly check runs, ACH payments, and electronic transfers.
• Reconcile vendor statements and respond to payment inquiries.
• Maintain organized AP records and supporting docs.
• Assist month-end close, reconciliations, and audit docs.
• Enter semi-monthly payroll data for processing on 15th and month-end.
• Manage E-Z Pass accounts, registrations, renewals, and lease data.
• Prepare monthly sales tax reporting including e-commerce activity.
• Review corporate credit card statements and expenses.

Education

Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Accounting software

Job description

Lakeside Educational Network is seeking an Accounts Payable & Accounting Specialist to join our finance team. You will process vendor invoices, manage payments, and support month-end close. This role requires accuracy, confidentiality, and strong Excel skills.

Key duties include payroll data entry, tax reporting prep, reconciliations, and maintaining AP records. Prior nonprofit or educational experience is a plus, along with proficiency in accounting software and Office.