Accounts Payable Clerk

Position Purpose: Processes accounts payable and maintains associated vendor and invoice files for the District.
Responsibilities:

• Process and enter vendor invoices accurately and timely.
• Verify invoices against purchase orders and receiving documents.
• Prepare and process weekly check runs and ACH, payments.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Assist with vendor records, including W-9s and payment information.
• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status.
• Maintain organized electronic and paper filing systems.  
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.
• Assist with 1099 reporting and year-end audit requests.  
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve purchasing and payment issues.
• Participate in all mandatory training or training appropriate to the position as required by the district.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required; associate degree in Accounting or Business preferred.
• 1�3 years of accounts payable or accounting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and AP processes.
• Experience with accounting software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Application Procedures
All applications for open Fargo Public Schools positions must be made via www.applitrack.com/fargo/onlineapp. Paper submissions will not be accepted. Application materials must clearly explain how experience and education are related to the minimum qualifications and job duties. 

Applicants for certified staff positions will need to attach: 1) Cover Letter 2) Resume/CV 3) Three (3) Professional References 
Job postings will be closed for applications at 5:00 pm Central Standard Time (CST) on the closing date listed in the posting. 
Fargo Public Schools does not offer or provide sponsorships. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must upload a Form DD214. Claims for disabled veteran's preference must include a current statement of disabled status from the Veterans Affairs Office.
For more information or questions please email humancapital@fargo.k12.nd.us.

The Fargo Public School District is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment in all employment and educational programs, activities, and facilities. The District prohibits discrimination and harassment based on a student's, parent's, guardian's, or employee's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or any other status protected by law. 

Any person having inquiries concerning the District's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), or Section 504 is directed to contact Dr. Patricia Cummings, Director of Compliance, who has been designated by the District to coordinate efforts to comply with the regulations regarding nondiscrimination.  The office address and telephone number of Dr. Cummings are as follows: 700 7th Street S., Fargo, North Dakota 58103, (701) 446-1009.

If any person believes that the District or District staff have inadequately applied the regulations of (1) Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, (2) Title IX of the Education Amendment Act of 1972, (3) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, or (4) the Americans with Disabilities Act, they may bring forward a grievance to the District's Section Director of Compliance who serves as the 504 Coordinator. The District's grievance procedures are established to provide a prompt and equitable resolution of a complaint. However, it should be understood by the individual involved that a complaint can be made to the Office for Civil Rights without going through the District's grievance procedures:

U.S. Department of Education
Office for Civil Rights
Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Bldg
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20202-1100