Accounts Payable Accountant-Central Office

Position: Accounts Payable Accountant - Central Office

Qualifications:

1. Four year degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting or Business Related field or 10 years experience in governmental accounting
2. Experience with NextGen (MCAI) software
3. Comprehensive knowledge of double entry accounting
4. Skills in problem solving, multi-tasking, dealing effectively and professionally with the public and employees
5. Possess and demonstrate high ethical standards, accountability, and integrity and ensure compliance with ACS financial guidelines

FSLA Status: Non Exempt

Reports To: Chief School Finance Officer

Background Check Required: (HB 402 ACT 99-361 Alabama Legislature) Upon offer of employment, employees will be required to submit legible fingerprints for a background review by the Alabama Bureau of Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Essential Duties:

1. Performs accounts payable duties that include, but are not limited to, the issuance of purchase orders, accurate coding and posting of invoices, timely payments to vendors.
2. Prepares and submits bank deposits daily.
3. Assists in fiscal year end close processes.
4. Assists in the preparation of the Board's annual budget.
5. Maintains inventory of the Board's fixed assets.
6. Performs internal audit function over financial transactions at the local school level.
7. Monitors account balances and related financial activity for the purpose of ensuring that allocations are accurate, expenses are within budget limits and/or fiscal practices are followed.
8. Assists school bookkeepers with tasks and procedures.
9. Responds to inquiries, requests and concerns in a timely and accurate manner.
10. Reports potential problems, unusual events or work irregularities to appropriate administrative or supervisory personnel.
11. Cooperates with auditors and provides information as requested.
12. Possesses physical, emotional ability and dexterity as needed to perform work required in a fast pace intensive work environment. Plans and accomplishes work within limited time periods.
13. Follows school system rules, procedures, Board policies, State and Federal rules and regulations.
14. Engages in professional growth, demonstrates professional ethics and leadership.
15. Shows initiative and demonstrates cooperative spirit.
16. Performs other related duties as assigned. Contract Period: 240 Days Salary Range: Salary schedule depending on experience Opening Date: July 7, 2026