Mesquite Independent School District is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Accounts Payable Specialist in the Business Services Department. The appointee will report directly to the Director of Finance and will be responsible for providing assistance to the Accounting Department involving all accounts payable functions. The processor will work closely with members of the Business Department, central/campus administrators and other district personnel.

Qualifications:  The secretary will have at least a high school diploma or equivalent.

Preference will be given to applicants who:

• have experience with accounting code structure
• have experience with receiving/purchase orders/invoices  and how to process for payment
• have clerical and/or secretarial experience
• have knowledge of computer functions/programs including word processing,Excel, Google, Outlook and MUNIS
• possess strong analytical and organizational skills
• demonstrate a working knowledge of basic office equipment
• demonstrate effective communication, public relation, and interpersonal skills
• have a service oriented personality

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the administration may find appropriate and acceptable.

Salary:  Pay Range:  ATS5 - $21.80 - $26.59 (hourly); 226 days

Employment begins:  January 6, 2025 or as soon as possible 

A formal online application should be made through the Mesquite ISD website:  www.mesquiteisd.org

The Mesquite Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information or for any other reason prohibited by law.