Accounts Payable Specialist Lake Worth

ISD - 2.7

Lake Worth, TX Job Details Full-time $24.20 - $32.74 an hour 14 hours ago Qualifications Computer operation Word processing Spreadsheets Databases High school diploma or GED Desktop applications Typing Clerical experience Productivity software

Full Job Description Job Title:

Accounts Payable Specialist Wage/Hour Status:

Nonexempt Reports to: Business Manager Dept./

School:

Business Services Date Revised:

9/14/26

Primary Purpose:

Assist in the accounts payable activities of the district. Ensure compliance with applicable state laws and regulations.

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or

GED Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of accounting principals Ability to work with numbers in an accurate and rapid manner Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills Ability to use personal computer and software to develop spreadsheets, databases, and do word processing Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Two years clerical and accounting experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Accounting Receive and process for payment generating documents, including Purchase Orders (backup), check requests and activity fund requests. Match invoices with proper purchase orders; ensure completeness and accuracy of invoices and shipments. Detect and resolve problems with incorrect orders, invoices, and shipments. Contact district personnel and vendors to correct or obtain information needed. Confirm balances in accounts for all check requests. Prepare and distribute payment of invoices at designated times including ACH/Wire payments to the Business Manager. Posting credit card transactions into AP invoices weekly. Communication with vendors resolving invoice and payment issues as needed. Records and Reports Maintain office copies of checks, requisitions, invoices, and purchase orders. Keep records up to date. Provide documentation for annual audits as needed. Coordinate the scanning of payment records into Skyward. Other Communicate current status of invoices to campus staff. Prepare correspondence using personal computer. Receive incoming calls, answer questions, and direct calls to the proper party. Keep informed of and comply with state and district policies and regulations concerning primary job functions. Comply and issue 1099 forms to vendors and IRS. Maintain records for all Non-Sufficient Funds (NSF) checks received by the district. Serves as back up to Purchasing Specialist for activities related items such as process and maintain records for all fund raisers. Maintain confidentiality involving all financial matters. Serves as back up for receptionist position as needed Other duties as assigned by the Business Manager.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:

Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture:

Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:

Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting:

Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment:

May work prolonged or irregular hours

Mental Demands:

Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress