Job Information
| Job Title: | Accounting Assistant of Accounts Payable |
| Department: | Financial Services |
| Reports To: | SPECIALIST OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE |
| FLSA Status: | Non Exempt |
| Work Calendar: | All 12 Month Staff |
| Salary Scale: | Clerical Salary Scale |
Job Summary and Purpose
- The Accounting Assistant of Accounts Payable performs technical and clerical accounting support work related to the processing and maintenance of accounts payable records. Reporting to the Specialist of Accounts Payable this position supports accurate invoice processing payment preparation recordkeeping and customer service for schools departments and vendors. The role ensures transactions are processed in accordance with established policies procedures and accounting standards to support efficient financial operations.
Work Objectives/Essential Functions
- Processes accounts payable transactions in the financial system ensuring accuracy completeness and appropriate documentation.
- Reviews and verifies invoices statements and supporting materials to confirm compliance with division procedures and accounting requirements.
- Assists users with understanding accounts payable processes systems and documentation requirements.
- Responds to inquiries from vendors schools and departments regarding accounts payable transactions.
- Researches payment discrepancies outstanding invoices and transaction issues and coordinates resolution with appropriate staff.
- Processes and reconciles purchasing card (P-Card) transactions in accordance with established procedures.
- Maintains accurate and organized financial records and files related to accounts payable activities.
- Prepares warrant registers and supporting documentation for payment processing.
- Adheres to confidentiality requirements in accordance with federal and state laws and School Board policies.
- Maintains appropriate attendance punctuality and professional conduct.
- Supports and demonstrates the core values of Stafford County Public Schools.
- Engages in professional growth activities relevant to the position.
- Complies with all district and School Board policies and regulations.
Education and Experience
| Education Attainment (Required): | High school diploma or GED |
| Education Attainment (Preferred): | Coursework or training in bookkeeping accounting or a related field preferred. |
| Relevant Experience (Required): | Previous experience or training performing accounting procedures or financial clerical functions. |
| Relevant Experience (Preferred): | |
| Industry Licensure or Certifications (Required): | |
| Industry Licensure or Certifications (Preferred): | |
Required Licensures and Certifications
Additional Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of standard accounts payable terminology and practices
- Proficiency with financial systems and electronically generated spreadsheets
- Ability to perform mathematical computations accurately and efficiently
- Strong organizational time-management and recordkeeping skills
- Ability to follow detailed procedures and meet established deadlines
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Demonstrated attention to detail and initiative
Core Expectations of All Stafford Schools Employees
- Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position.
- Respond to written and oral requests for information promptly and thoroughly.
- Maintain a clean neat appearance and dress appropriate to position and duties.
- Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.
- Serve as a role model for students colleagues and the general public.
- Work in close harmony with supervisor(s) and colleagues.
- Comply with all division policies and regulations including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality and professional conduct as well as all site-based procedures and protocols.
Weight Demands
| Weight Demands | Rarely | Occasionally | Frequently |
|---|
| Lifting 125 lbs | | | X |
| Lifting 2650 lbs | | X | |
| Lifting 50 lbs | X | | |
| Carrying 125 lbs | | | X |
| Carrying 2650 lbs | | X | |
| Carrying 50 lbs | X | | |
| Pushing/Pulling 125 lbs | | | X |
| Pushing/Pulling 2650 lbs | | X | |
| Pushing/Pulling 50 lbs | X | | |
Physical Demands
| Physical Demands | Rarely | Occasionally | Frequently |
|---|
| Standing | | | X |
| Sitting | | | X |
| Walking | | | X |
| Reaching | | | X |
| Turning/Twisting | | | X |
| Balancing/Climbing | | | X |
| Stooping/Kneeling | | | X |
| Crouching/Crawling | | | X |
Classification Details (Completed by Human Resources)
| Job Family: | ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT 12 NE |
| Calendar: | ALL 12 MONTH STAFF |
| Pay Structure: | CLERICAL SALARY SCALE |
| Position: | |
| FLSA Status: | NON EXEMPT |
| Job Grade: | C12 |
| Job Code: | 0120 |
| Status: | ACTIVE |
This description is intended to describe the general nature essential functions and requirements of the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and tasks the inclusion of which are considered for job classification purposes.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Job InformationJob Title:Accounting Assistant of Accounts PayableDepartment:Financial ServicesReports To:SPECIALIST OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLEFLSA Status:Non ExemptWork Calendar:All 12 Month StaffSalary Scale:Clerical Salary ScaleJob Summary and PurposeThe Accounting Assistant of Accounts Payable performs ...
Job Information
| Job Title: | Accounting Assistant of Accounts Payable |
| Department: | Financial Services |
| Reports To: | SPECIALIST OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE |
| FLSA Status: | Non Exempt |
| Work Calendar: | All 12 Month Staff |
| Salary Scale: | Clerical Salary Scale |
Job Summary and Purpose
- The Accounting Assistant of Accounts Payable performs technical and clerical accounting support work related to the processing and maintenance of accounts payable records. Reporting to the Specialist of Accounts Payable this position supports accurate invoice processing payment preparation recordkeeping and customer service for schools departments and vendors. The role ensures transactions are processed in accordance with established policies procedures and accounting standards to support efficient financial operations.
Work Objectives/Essential Functions
- Processes accounts payable transactions in the financial system ensuring accuracy completeness and appropriate documentation.
- Reviews and verifies invoices statements and supporting materials to confirm compliance with division procedures and accounting requirements.
- Assists users with understanding accounts payable processes systems and documentation requirements.
- Responds to inquiries from vendors schools and departments regarding accounts payable transactions.
- Researches payment discrepancies outstanding invoices and transaction issues and coordinates resolution with appropriate staff.
- Processes and reconciles purchasing card (P-Card) transactions in accordance with established procedures.
- Maintains accurate and organized financial records and files related to accounts payable activities.
- Prepares warrant registers and supporting documentation for payment processing.
- Adheres to confidentiality requirements in accordance with federal and state laws and School Board policies.
- Maintains appropriate attendance punctuality and professional conduct.
- Supports and demonstrates the core values of Stafford County Public Schools.
- Engages in professional growth activities relevant to the position.
- Complies with all district and School Board policies and regulations.
Education and Experience
| Education Attainment (Required): | High school diploma or GED |
| Education Attainment (Preferred): | Coursework or training in bookkeeping accounting or a related field preferred. |
| Relevant Experience (Required): | Previous experience or training performing accounting procedures or financial clerical functions. |
| Relevant Experience (Preferred): | |
| Industry Licensure or Certifications (Required): | |
| Industry Licensure or Certifications (Preferred): | |
Required Licensures and Certifications
Additional Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of standard accounts payable terminology and practices
- Proficiency with financial systems and electronically generated spreadsheets
- Ability to perform mathematical computations accurately and efficiently
- Strong organizational time-management and recordkeeping skills
- Ability to follow detailed procedures and meet established deadlines
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Demonstrated attention to detail and initiative
Core Expectations of All Stafford Schools Employees
- Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position.
- Respond to written and oral requests for information promptly and thoroughly.
- Maintain a clean neat appearance and dress appropriate to position and duties.
- Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.
- Serve as a role model for students colleagues and the general public.
- Work in close harmony with supervisor(s) and colleagues.
- Comply with all division policies and regulations including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality and professional conduct as well as all site-based procedures and protocols.
Weight Demands
| Weight Demands | Rarely | Occasionally | Frequently |
|---|
| Lifting 125 lbs | | | X |
| Lifting 2650 lbs | | X | |
| Lifting 50 lbs | X | | |
| Carrying 125 lbs | | | X |
| Carrying 2650 lbs | | X | |
| Carrying 50 lbs | X | | |
| Pushing/Pulling 125 lbs | | | X |
| Pushing/Pulling 2650 lbs | | X | |
| Pushing/Pulling 50 lbs | X | | |
Physical Demands
| Physical Demands | Rarely | Occasionally | Frequently |
|---|
| Standing | | | X |
| Sitting | | | X |
| Walking | | | X |
| Reaching | | | X |
| Turning/Twisting | | | X |
| Balancing/Climbing | | | X |
| Stooping/Kneeling | | | X |
| Crouching/Crawling | | | X |
Classification Details (Completed by Human Resources)
| Job Family: | ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT 12 NE |
| Calendar: | ALL 12 MONTH STAFF |
| Pay Structure: | CLERICAL SALARY SCALE |
| Position: | |
| FLSA Status: | NON EXEMPT |
| Job Grade: | C12 |
| Job Code: | 0120 |
| Status: | ACTIVE |
This description is intended to describe the general nature essential functions and requirements of the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and tasks the inclusion of which are considered for job classification purposes.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
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