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Wake County Public School System · 1 day ago

Accounting Specialist, Payable

Cary, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

2+ years exp

Wake County Public School System is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to perform a variety of accounting tasks essential for accurate financial operations. The role involves processing invoices, resolving payment issues, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles and audit regulations.

Education Management

Responsibilities

Performs training of new accounts payable technicians on software system and job responsibilities

Works with school staff to resolve delivery and payment issues to effect timely and accurate supplier payment

Assists the accounts payable supervisor with system and document maintenance

Distributes weekly and monthly accounts payable reports

Communicates with school system personnel and vendors concerning accounts payable matters as necessary

Assists in duties of vacant account payable technician positions, as needed

Creates the un-invoiced receipt report for purchase orders that have been received but not closed out by accounts payable

Process employee travel and reimbursement requests

Sets checks for the Bond program weekly

Verifies, imports, and processes payroll checks and distribute to appropriate personnel

Process miscellaneous check requests, as needed

Performs other related duties, as assigned

Qualification

Accounts Payable proceduresMicrosoft OfficeOracle financial applicationsTime managementArithmetic computationCommunication skillsAttention to detailInterpersonal skills

Required

Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Word, and Excel; Outlook; Google Apps

Knowledge of accounts payable procedures and policies

Effective time management skills

Ability to perform complex arithmetical computations accurately and with reasonable speed

Ability to operate ten-key calculator by touch and other standard business equipment

Ability to complete complex tasks and minimize errors with attention to detail

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system employees and vendors

High school diploma or equivalent; AND

Two years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or related field; OR

An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job