26-27 Accounts Payable Coordinator
Position Overview
St. Catherine's School is seeking a committed and solutions-oriented full-time Accounts Payable Coordinator. This role is part of the Business Office team and involves the accurate and timely processing of accounts payable transactions, vendor management, cash receipts, and general accounting support.
Essential Responsibilities
Receive, review, verify, and process vendor invoices, purchase orders, employee reimbursements, and credit card statements
Avoid errors by ensuring all invoices are properly approved, accurately coded, and processed according to established policies and payment terms
Prepare and process payment runs, including checks, ACH payments, and wire transfers as appropriate
Maintain organized electronic and physical accounts payable records in accordance with audit and record retention requirements
Monitor and respond to vendor and internal accounts payable inquiries
Receive, process, and accurately record deposits and cash receipts from various departments, including the School Store, facilities rentals, and other campus operations, and assist with account reconciliations
Serve as the administrator for the School's business credit card program, including card issuance, maintenance, and reconciliation
Provide general bookkeeping and accounting support to the Business Office
Aid in internal and external audits by preparing requested documentation and schedules
Manage central office supply ordering and inventory for administrative departments
Assist the Chief Financial Officer and Controller with special projects, financial analysis, and process improvement initiatives
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through automation, technology, and best practices
Establish and maintain vendor records, including collecting and maintaining W-9 documentation
Reconcile vendor statements, research discrepancies, and resolve payment issues in a timely manner
Prepare annual 1099 reporting and ensure compliance with IRS reporting requirements
Assist faculty and staff with vendor setup, purchase orders, reimbursement requests, credit applications, and other accounts payable processes
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with vendors and service providers
Vendor Administration
Establish and maintain vendor records, including collecting and maintaining W-9 documentation
Reconcile vendor statements, research discrepancies, and resolve payment issues in a timely manner
Prepare annual 1099 reporting and ensure compliance with IRS reporting requirements
Assist faculty and staff with vendor setup, purchase orders, reimbursement requests, credit applications, and other accounts payable processes
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with vendors and service providers
Supervisor
Controller
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Position Status
Salaried, non-exempt, full-time, regular, 12-month schedule
Hours of Work
Standard work week
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Sit; stand; walk; use hands to grasp, handle and feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl; talk and hear; engage in moderately strenuous physical activity both indoors and out; and smell.
The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Ability to become CPR and First Aid Certified.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
St. Catherine's School does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, or national and ethnic origin in the administration of its hiring practices. St. Catherine's School is committed to providing an inclusive educational environment. We actively engage students, families, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Our School community respects the differences in ethnicity, race, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. Consistent with the School's mission, St. Catherine's fosters in our students, and experts from all others, respect for the dignity and wholeness of every person. For more information about the school's Access, Equity and Belonging please follow this link here.
CONDITIONAL OFFERS
An offer of employment for this position is contingent upon the applicant's right to work in the United States, authorization for and completion of successful background checks as may be requested by the school or required by law.
BENEFITS
St. Catherine's School offers a highly competitive compensation package for this full-time position with benefits to include excellent health plan options, retirement benefits, exhaustive professional development and networking opportunities as well as state-of-the art facilities.
Requirements
Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered (Bachelor's degree preferred)
Minimum of five years of accounts payable, bookkeeping, or general accounting experience
Working knowledge of general accounting principles and internal controls
Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT or similar accounting/ERP software
Proficiency in Google Suite/Microsoft Office, including spreadsheets
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently or as part of a team
High level of accuracy, attention to detail, professionalism, and confidentiality