Accounts Payable Specialist

Intrinsic Schools • Chicago, IL • 4h ago

Intrinsic Schools is a charter network whose mission is to create a revolutionary new school model that prepares all students for postsecondary success and world-changing endeavors. We offer a chance to make a unique impact in urban education by creating an academic model that leverages great teaching and the precision of technology to personalize education for each student. At our Belmont campus, we serve students in grades 7-12. At our downtown campus, we currently serve students in grades 9-12. Our student demographics are 90% students of color, 86% free and reduced lunch and 19% students with disabilities.

Why Intrinsic

We offer a chance to make a unique impact in urban education by creating an academic model that leverages great teaching and the precision of technology to personalize education for each student. Our goal is to prepare all students for post-secondary success as demonstrated by high quality student work, growth on assessments and "noncognitive" factors such as empathy, student independence, perseverance, and intellectual curiosity.

About this Opportunity

The Accounts Payable Specialist plays a critical role in the procurement process at Intrinsic Schools. Through collaboration with others, the Accounts Payable Specialist strives for continuous improvement.

Duties and Responsibilities

Review, code, and process invoices and requests for payment in a timely manner, monitoring accounts payable aging

Obtain and file all required documents for new vendors/contractors and subcontractors

Maintain vendor relationships, responding in a timely manner to vendor inquiries and requests

Reconcile account statements and investigate discrepancies

Prepare checks for mailing/distribution

Create purchase orders for purchase requisitions, coordinate purchases with vendors, and monitor the status of orders

Verify, match, and file all pertinent documentation related to purchases, receipts of goods, and invoices

General office clerical and administrative functions

Additional duties or special projects assigned by the Director of Finance and Operations

Required Skills/Abilities

Associate's degree OR 2-4 years of prior accounts payable or bookkeeping experience

Able to work independently in a fast paced environment

Attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Able to meet deadlines, multitask, and prioritize work

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Technology savvy and comfortable working in a technology driven environment

Strong work ethic

Result Oriented

Equal Opportunity Employer

Intrinsic Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Intrinsic Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Intrinsic Schools has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.

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