Clerk, Accounts Payable, Pearland

Accounting Assistant
Primary Purpose: Perform accounting duties related to the efficient maintenance and timely processing of accounts payable transactions and assist the Accounting Manager in providing analytical support and applying sound accounting practices.
Qualifications:
Education: High school diploma or GED
Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge governmental accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and financial analysis methods
Knowledge of Texas Education Agency's Financial Accountability System Resource Guide (FASRG)
Knowledge of school districts, accounts payable process, and reconciling vendor statements
Knowledge of the MUNIS software system (preferred)
Proficient in data entry and management
Effective reading comprehension and verbal/written communication skills, tact and diplomacy
Ability to verify correctness and completeness of accounts payable transactions
Ability to navigate through computerized accounting system to gather/observe ledger information
Ability to work independently and function effectively in a team-oriented environment
Experience: Two years of direct experience in public school accounting, auditing, and accounting procedures or other governmental accounting
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Prolonged sitting.
Occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse.
Occasional reaching May work prolonged or irregular hours
Pay Grade: AS204 Pay Rate: Min.
$*****; Mid.
$***** Days: # of days 240