id='p491_'>Accounts Payable Clerk JobID: 491
Position Type:
Secretarial/Clerical/Specialty Clerk
Date Posted:
6/8/2026
Location:
A+ Charter Schools
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Job Title: Accounts Payable Clerk Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Payroll Coordinator Date Revised: November 29, 2020
Dept. /School: Finance
Contract: 226 Days
Primary Purpose:
Work under close supervision and follow established procedures to maintain accounting records and process accounts payables according to standard accounting procedures.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
High school diploma or GED
Experience:
One (1) year experience or college work in accounting-related subjects. Ascender Software experience preferred.
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of bookkeeping principles and practices. Ability to use software to develop spreadsheets and do word processing and file maintenance. Ability to work with numbers in an accurate and rapid manner to meet established deadlines.
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Accounting
Receive and process for timely payment all accounts payable invoices, check requests, purchase orders, receipts, and vendor information. Verify invoices and purchase orders to ensure completeness and accuracy prior to payment.
Detect and resolve problems with incorrect orders, invoices, and shipments as needed.
Data Entry
Records and Reports
Prepare correspondence, forms, manuals, reports, and payment authorizations following district standards and requirements.
Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.
Maintain vendor files with new information as they occur. Set up new vendors as needed.
Work with staff and vendors regarding accounts payable issues.
Receive incoming calls, answer questions, and direct calls to the proper party.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture: Occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress