Accounts Payable Clerk

Accounts Payable Clerk – Mississippi Department of Employment Security Join the Mississippi Department of Employment Security as an Accounts Payable Clerk. This role focuses on accurate handling of purchasing and accounts payable matters within the Department.

Qualifications

Minimum of an Associate’s Degree in a business-related field (required)

Minimum of five (5) years of work experience in Accounts Payable and/or governmental accounting (required)

Strong organizational skills, ability to multitask, and proficiency with computer data entry

Capability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds to move and unpack equipment

Ability to climb ladders, maintain a driver’s license, and be insured to operate district vehicles

Responsibilities

Interact between the Business Office and other departments for all accounts payable information

Maintain purchase order records in an orderly sequence to facilitate location of specific orders

Provide “purchase order follow‑up” with vendors and within the District

Encumber purchase orders weekly to provide accurate budget information

Input completed purchase orders into the system to ensure timely payment of invoices (mid‑month and end of month)

Prepare purchase orders and claim dockets for Board of Trustees review

Reconcile statements submitted by vendors

File paid invoices in a timely fashion

Assist other department personnel as appropriate and necessary

Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance

Support the Laurel School District Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plan

Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

Job Details

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior Level

Employment Type: Full‑time

Job Function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industry: Government Administration

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