Accounts Payable Specialist

Salem School District • Wide, Not Specified • Full Time

Posted on Wed, Jun 3, 2026


  • Position Type:
      Administrative Assistant/Administrative Assistant
  • Date Posted:
      6/2/2026
  • Location:
      District Wide
  • Date Available:
      07/01/2026
  • Closing Date:
      Internal Closing 06/09/26
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    TITLE:  Accounts Payable Specialist

    QUALIFICATIONS: 

    • Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent

    • Proficient computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)

    • Detail oriented

    • Working knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable

    REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent for Business Operations

    JOB GOAL: To assist the Assistant Superintendent for Business Operations and Director of Finance in various financial functions of the Central Office.

    PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

    1. Process requisitions and purchase orders in the accounting system.

    2. Prepare all invoices for payment.  Match invoices with receiving copy of purchase orders and verify coding.

    3. Process invoices for payment in the accounting system.  Mail checks and file backup information.

    4. Maintain and update all appropriate computer records; maintain and update pertinent files of financial information.

    5. Prepare and maintain all records of federal projects in accordance with regulations.  Prepare and file monthly and quarterly reports as required.

    6. Respond to vendor inquiries.

    7. Prepare any monthly, fiscal or calendar year end reports as needed, such as 1099-misc forms.

    8. Demonstrate teamwork and the ability to perform within multiple, functional areas of the office.

    9. Maintain and respect confidentiality of student, parent, and staff information as well as administrative information.

    10. Create and/or revise systems and procedures as needed; implement any changes.

    11. Assist in processing accounts receivable as needed.

    12. Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

    TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Twelve month year; hourly rate to be determined by the Superintendent.

    EVALUATION: Performance to be evaluated annually by the Assistant Superintendent for Business Operations.

    Hourly Salary:  $23.00 to $25.00 depending on experience, education, and qualifications.

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