Accounts Payable Specialist

Central Jersey College Prep Charter School (CJCP) is a tuition-free, public charter school located in Somerset and New Brunswick, New Jersey. Serving grades Kindergarten through 12th, CJCP has a diverse student population from urban and suburban neighborhoods. CJCP first opened in 2006 with 77 students, now serving over 1,300 students with about 200 faculty and staff. CJCP is a recipient of many awards and designations such as 2016 Blue Ribbon Award, NJDOE Top-Performing Tier-I Status, US News Best High Schools, and College Board Female Diversity Awards. CJCP has produced a 100% graduation rate and a 100% acceptance rate into four-year colleges and universities since 2011.

The mission of CJCP is to provide academic and social challenges and opportunities for students to attain the skills necessary for success in post-secondary education. CJCP serves its mission by offering rigorous educational programs with an emphasis on college preparation, college and career counseling, and extracurricular enrichment activities.

OVERALL GOAL:

The Accounts Payable Specialist is an integral part of the schools' central business office. The primary goal of the role is to coordinate the payments for all accounts. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field required.
• Demonstrated experience or aptitude in personnel management
• Advanced level of effective communication and technology skills
• Required criminal background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal alien status
• Preferred experience and familiarity with online accounting and budget software system, such as CDK

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Coordinates the School's Accounts Payable operation for all funds and accounts
• Ensures accurate payment and accounting of invoices and employee expense reimbursements submitted to the school
• Reviews vendor invoices for accuracy of purchased items and charges as provided on the approved purchase orders
• Assists school personnel (Supervisors and Curriculum Directors) with questions regarding PO reporting and processing, expense coding, payment status, budget availability, credit availability
• Ensures that invoices are properly coded, have appropriate supporting documentation (3-way match) and proper approval for payment, before checks are issued
• Posts, print and mail all vendor checks: verify accuracy of checks

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MUST:

• Have a proven track record of setting and achieving ambitious goals. 
• Be a quick learner, pivot when needed, and have the ability to work within a fast-paced and dynamic team environment where responsibility for student success is shared and owned by everyone.
• Demonstrate an ability to multitask effectively and prioritize strategically.
• Be a person of high moral character and with well-developed emotional intelligence
• Have a keen eye for detail and proven experience developing, implementing, and maintaining organizational systems. 
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to and alignment with the mission, beliefs, and values of CJCP, and to going above and beyond the requirements of the job.
• Demonstrate creative problem-solving, critical thinking, and strategic planning skills.
• Have strong collaboration skills, demonstrating an ability to gather inputs, develop recommendations, and generate consensus with partners across teams.
• Have the ability to work autonomously and thoroughly with independent self-reflection, as well as take direction as needed.
• Have the ability to navigate organizational relationships and dynamics in pursuit of cross-functional solutions.
• Be able to manage multiple cross-functional projects at once.
• Have an outstanding ability to lead and inspire change, including influencing and motivating others through relationship building.

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 12-month, full time position

SALARY & BENEFITS:
The salary for this position is competitive and depends on education and prior experience. In addition, CJCP offers a competitive benefits package including medical and dental coverage, as well as retirement benefits.