Jobs · Accounting · Illinois

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE COORDINATOR

Accounting$85k/yrContract

About the role

The Accounts Payable Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting our school district's mission by ensuring fiscal integrity, strict compliance, and operational excellence. This position serves as the primary gatekeeper for district expenditures, ensuring that all disbursements strictly align with fund accounting standards, established board policies, and procurement regulations.

Requirements

  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar accounts payable or bookkeeping role, with a strong preference for public sector, government, or school district fund accounting experience.

  • Education: Bachelor's degree required; a Master's degree in Finance or Accounting is highly preferred.

  • Technical Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of automated purchase order workflows, public sector ERP software (e.g., Skyward, SDS, Infinite Campus), and intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.

  • Core Competencies: Deep understanding of standard procurement internal controls, segregation of duties, and state bidding regulations. Exceptional attention to detail and a community-minded communication style.

Qualifications

  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar accounts payable or bookkeeping role, with a strong preference for public sector, government, or school district fund accounting experience.

  • Education: Bachelor's degree required; a Master's degree in Finance or Accounting is highly preferred.

Skills

  • Strong working knowledge of automated purchase order workflows, public sector ERP software (e.g., Skyward, SDS, Infinite Campus), and intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.

  • Deep understanding of standard procurement internal controls, segregation of duties, and state bidding regulations.

  • Exceptional attention to detail and a community-minded communication style.

Benefits

Eligible for the District's comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement benefits as applicable.

Pay

SALARY: $85,000/year (commensurate with experience)

Schedule

WORK CALENDAR: 12-month, 260-day position

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