AP/Payroll Specialist

This is a perfect position for an upbeat, energetic, team player who likes to work in a fast paced and supportive work environment. Kingdom East District Office is seeking a fun, creative, technologically savvy team player who enjoys the rural winter life in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont. With nearby breathtaking views and access to great skiing, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, canoeing and other outdoor opportunities, and close to the White Mountains, the culture of the community attracts wholesome individuals. Our school district central office maintains impassioned and hard working personnel and a caring, supportive work culture. The pay range for this position is $25-$29/hr. General Requirements:Maintain a positive working relationship with colleagues, customers and vendorsMaintain confidentiality in all mattersRespond to telephone, e-mail and in-person requests, inquiries and questions in a timely, professional, polite and responsive mannerDemonstrate good attendance and punctualityPerform other duties as assigned by the Director of FinancePayroll: (Bi-Weekly)Prepare and produce payroll on a bi-weekly basis including all related reports.Update and maintain all payroll records. Enter all new employee information in the School ERP Pro accounting systemPrepare and distribute all W-2s and ACA forms.Complete employment verification and unemployment requestsPrepare for W/C auditMaintain payroll filesAccounts Payable: (Bi-Weekly)Maintain Accounts Payable RecordsReceive and review requisitions for purchase order approval for all school buildings and departments - verify invoices and documentation attached for approvalResearch discrepancies in billing and take action to ensure correctionMonitor discount opportunities; ensure credits are received for credit memos issued by vendorsAssist in preparation of bi-weekly bill warrantsReview expense codes and process materials in preparation of data processingProcess payment to appropriate vendorsEnsure entities do not pay sales tax due to tax exempt statusTrack open purchase orders and follow up on outstanding orders Generate 1099 reports for vendorsMaintain filing systemProfessional Development - Purchase Orders, Review Reimbursements to ensure they align with travel policyMaintain Online Accounts - Amazon, WalmartOutstanding Checks - send letters, send money to state when appropriateKingdom East School District is located in the heart of a vibrant community in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont. We operate seven Pre-K-8th grade schools ranging from 60 to 500 students. Our high school students have choice and may opt to attend one of the traditional independent schools -- Lyndon Institute or St. Johnsbury Academy -- or another high school of their choice. We are located about 3 hours from Montreal, Boston and Portland, ME. We are close to the White Mountains and the Green Mountains. Both Littleton, NH and St. Johnsbury, VT have numerous fine and performing arts venues. Our communities attract wholesome families, faculty and staff. Our schools maintain impassioned faculty, personalized beliefs about success, and a caring, safe school culture. Only completed, on-line applications at schoolspring.com will be accepted. On-line application must include: profile, letter, resume, transcripts, references, tests, certifications and questions, if asked. Hard copies of Vermont Certification with appropriate endorsements, three written letters of reference and transcripts will be required for verification at the interview level. Visit our website www.kingdomeast.org for information about our schools. Minority applicants are encouraged to apply. EOE M/F