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Biddeford Schools Is Seeking To Discuss Opportunities For Accounts Payable Associate
Rewarding and meaningful work
Supportive teamwork
Great benefits and Maine State retirement
Specific Job Details
Opening start now
Using APTA Fund Software (training provided)
Brief Job Duties
Reviews requisitions, purchase orders, and invoices/requests for accuracy in amount and all other information.
Inputs all invoices for three districts and prepares weekly batches for payment processing.
Reconciles vendor statements and resolves discrepancies directly with vendors.
Monitors and coordinates the purchasing process to include the maintenance of cost control procedures such as proper coding and accurate weekly reports.
Provides training and guidance to school administrative secretaries in the areas of purchasing.
Responsible for all vendor maintenance including creating new vendors for A/P.
Processes annual 1099s.
Certification/License Valid DOE Criminal History Record Check/Fingerprinting.
Education
High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
College degree preferred.
Experience
5+ years experience with Accounts Payable.
APTAFund Software experience preferred but will train.
Working knowledge of computer spreadsheets with experience using Windows applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel as well as Google Docs.
Biddeford, Maine Community Located along the Atlantic coastline with miles of beaches; views of the Saco River to its west; less than 20 minutes south of the Greater Portland Area; less than two hours north of Boston; home to a growing population of diverse residents; picturesque downtown; Maine's youngest city with a median age of 29 in the historic downtown; thriving economy; many recreational opportunities, including fishing, hiking, biking, public parks, and kayaking.
Equal Opportunity The School Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district shall actively work to have the teacher and administrator workforce reflect the student body's diversity. The School Department's selection will be based on those with the highest capabilities, the strongest commitment to quality education, and the greatest probability of effectively implementing the learning program. Selections will be made without consideration on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, marital status, disability or genetic information, and any other state or federal prohibitions. For the purpose of this policy, "sexual orientation" means a person's actual or perceived heterosexuality, bisexuality, homosexuality, or gender identity or expression.
Criminal Background Check All employees of Maine schools must be fingerprinted for a criminal history background check. Please create a Department of Education log-in and make an appointment for a fingerprinting appointment at https://www.maine.gov/doe/cert/fingerprinting.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Education Management
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Rewarding and meaningful work
Supportive teamwork
Great benefits and Maine State retirement
Specific Job Details
Opening start now
Using APTA Fund Software (training provided)
Brief Job Duties
Reviews requisitions, purchase orders, and invoices/requests for accuracy in amount and all other information.
Inputs all invoices for three districts and prepares weekly batches for payment processing.
Reconciles vendor statements and resolves discrepancies directly with vendors.
Monitors and coordinates the purchasing process to include the maintenance of cost control procedures such as proper coding and accurate weekly reports.
Provides training and guidance to school administrative secretaries in the areas of purchasing.
Responsible for all vendor maintenance including creating new vendors for A/P.
Processes annual 1099s.
Certification/License Valid DOE Criminal History Record Check/Fingerprinting.
Education
High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
College degree preferred.
Experience
5+ years experience with Accounts Payable.
APTAFund Software experience preferred but will train.
Working knowledge of computer spreadsheets with experience using Windows applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel as well as Google Docs.
Biddeford, Maine Community Located along the Atlantic coastline with miles of beaches; views of the Saco River to its west; less than 20 minutes south of the Greater Portland Area; less than two hours north of Boston; home to a growing population of diverse residents; picturesque downtown; Maine's youngest city with a median age of 29 in the historic downtown; thriving economy; many recreational opportunities, including fishing, hiking, biking, public parks, and kayaking.
Equal Opportunity The School Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district shall actively work to have the teacher and administrator workforce reflect the student body's diversity. The School Department's selection will be based on those with the highest capabilities, the strongest commitment to quality education, and the greatest probability of effectively implementing the learning program. Selections will be made without consideration on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, marital status, disability or genetic information, and any other state or federal prohibitions. For the purpose of this policy, "sexual orientation" means a person's actual or perceived heterosexuality, bisexuality, homosexuality, or gender identity or expression.
Criminal Background Check All employees of Maine schools must be fingerprinted for a criminal history background check. Please create a Department of Education log-in and make an appointment for a fingerprinting appointment at https://www.maine.gov/doe/cert/fingerprinting.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Education Management
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