Do you want to be part of a district that is doing transformative work to ensure that every student graduates ready for college, career and community?
Do you want to join a team that is championing better experiences & outcomes for students of color?
Would you like to join a thriving urban school district that is committed to elevating you in your profession?

If so, the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) has much to offer you: a clear vision, a collaboratively-designed strategic framework, collaboration time, district support and excellent professional development opportunities.

Accounting Clerk Intermediate- 12 month- 0.5 FTE

Why You Should Work with MMSD!

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is committed to Becoming a Model School District by striving to provide an anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive atmosphere. MMSD actively seeks and encourages women and candidates of color to apply.

We have a simple but bold vision - to ensure that every school is a thriving school, that prepares every student to graduate from high school ready for college, career and community. We welcome applicants who will actively contribute to our ongoing commitment to making MMSD a thriving, welcoming environment for all students, families and staff.

We firmly believe in and are here to create a work environment that is challenging and rewarding, while supporting employees in their career path. We strive to provide, encourage, grow and develop a talented workforce that better supports and represents the diversity of our student population.

About Our District

The Madison Metropolitan School District is the second largest school district in Wisconsin. The district serves a beautifully diverse population of more than 27,000 students. More than half are students of color. Almost half come from low income households. Nearly one third are English Language Learners, and more than 100 languages are represented in our schools. Madison schools are committed to making this district a place where every child thrives.

Purpose of\nPosition: Review supporting documentation and issue checks to vendors for goods\nand services received by the School District. Ensure that payments are made in\naccordance with School District policies and sound business practices.

Supervisory\nResponsibilities:
N/A

Essential\nDuties and Responsibilities:
Review supporting accounts payable documentation to verify

Purchase of goods and services are authorized by appropriate District employees

Goods and Services that are listed on vendor invoices have been received

Prices on vendor invoices are within allowable variances from prices on purchase orders

Quantities of goods received from vendors are equal to quantities on purchase orders

Data entry from vendor invoices

Verify that checks are issued to the correct vendor and for the correct dollar amount

File accounts payable documentation and mail checks to vendors

Assist Accountants and Budget Analysts with research, data collection, and compilation

Provide a full range of clerical support for vendor inquiries

Perform a variety of other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications\ninclude:
Knowledge of general accounting and office procedures

Basic knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Word

General office skills: General office machine operation (calculator, copier, fax, telephone), Organizational skills, Interpersonal skills

Problem identification, evaluation, and resolution techniques

Ability to maintain accurate records in either manual or computerized methods

Ability to communicate orally and in writing to maintain an effective working relationship with other departments, schools, and outside agencies

Ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines

Ability to work independently and/or as a team and set priorities

Ability to complete work with extreme accuracy and attention to detail

Experience working cross-culturally and/or commitment to work toward improving one's own cultural competence

Associate's degree in Accounting plus two years of Accounts Payable work experience

Two years of experience in the provision of clerical/technical related services in an office setting

Desired\nQualifications:

Tyler Munis Software experiences or similar business software

Experience in a school district or public entity setting

Length of\nWork:
This\nis a 12 month position.

Salary Range

20.15 - 20.15 Hourly Wage