Account Payable Clerk

Accounts Payable Clerk

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Director of Child Nutrition Services

Pay Grade: Administrative Support Pay Plan

Pay Grade 4

Department: Child Nutrition Services

District Primary Purpose: To assist and promote La Joya ISD in implementing a rigorous curriculum/instructional program that supports student success and achievement

Department Primary Purpose: Assist in the effective operation of the Child Nutrition Program by performing general bookkeeping functions and maintaining financial records.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification: High School Diploma or GED

Experience: Minimum of one year experience in bookkeeping/accounts payable

Knowledge/Skills: Ability to read and write English

Ability to follow instructions provided in oral or written form

Knowledge of accounting/bookkeeping methods

Ability to perform basic mathematical functions

Ability to prepare reports and memos

Ability to use a ten key calculator

Ability to use a computer and related software programs

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Maintain records in accordance with federal, state and local guidelines for Child Nutrition Programs.
2. Collect vendor invoices from campuses and warehouse on a daily basis and verify information against the actual vendor order for accuracy.
3. Review and process all authorized invoices for payment by ensuring the use of proper accounts codes, vendor and bid pricing.
4. Prepare and enter requisitions into the automated finance system in order to generate a purchase order.
5. Respond to vendors inquiries regarding payment.
6. Prepare detailed account reports.
7. Cooperate with co-workers and staff to complete requires tasks in a safe manner.
8. Attend meetings, in services, trainings and workshops as requested.
9. Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands: Ability to work with frequent interruptions. Ability to handle multiple tasks. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to maintain emotional control under stress. Ability to work alone. Ability to meet established timelines.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Frequent repetitive hand motions. Prolonged use of a computer. Moderate standing, walking, pushing, climbing, pulling, stooping, bending, and kneeling.

Position Working Days: 226 Days