2025 - 2026 Accountant - ECI

Overview

Job Title : Accountant

Department / School : Finance

Reports to : Director of Finance

Wage / Hour Status : Exempt

Pay Grade : AP 2 & AP 3

Length of Contract : 12 months

Primary Purpose

Direct and manage the accounts payable activities of the district. Ensure compliance with applicable state laws and regulations.

Qualifications

Education / Certification : High School Diploma or GED

Experience : Three years accounts payable experience at a high level of responsibility

Special Knowledge / Skills : Knowledge of accounting principles; effective communication and interpersonal skills; proficiency in keyboarding and file maintenance; ability to work with numbers in an accurate and rapid manner; ability to use personal computer and software to develop spreadsheets, databases, and do word processing; ability to supervise personnel

Major Responsibilities And Duties

Accounting

• Oversee the daily operation of the accounts payable department.
• Develop and implement procedures to ensure timely processing of all accounts payable invoices, requisitions, purchase orders, etc.
• Maintain accurate records of accounts owed.
• Prepare invoices, including computing discounts, and coding expenses.
• Process timely payment of all liabilities generated.
• Conduct periodic checks of department payables, including travel reports and food service orders.

Personnel Management

Administration

General Employee Requirements

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise and evaluate work of accounts payable clerk(s).

Equipment Used

Personal computer, printer, fax machine, copier, and calculator.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Demands : Maintain emotional control under stress. Repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

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