Accounts Payable Specialist

EFFECTIVE: July 1, 2026

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred;
• Minimum of 2 years of accounts payable, bookkeeping, or governmental finance experience preferred;
• Experience in a school district, municipality, or public sector environment preferred;
• Familiarity with various accounting functions such as vendor invoices, purchase orders, and payment requests;
• Knowledge of accounts payable principles and accounting procedures;
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google;
• Experience in using Genesis accounting software;
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills;
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and meet all established deadlines;
• Demonstrated ability to multitask, expedite, schedule work efficiently, and complete timely reports.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality;
• Required proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status

REPORTS TO: School Business Administrator

SALARY RANGE: $60,000 - $70,000

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 12-month; Unaffiliated

BENEFITS: Full-time employees receive a comprehensive medical/prescription and dental benefits package, paid time off (sick, personal, family illness, etc.), and will be entered into the appropriate NJ Pension Program.

The Mercer County Technical School District guarantees equal opportunities to all, regardless of race, color, age, creed, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, marital status, disability, nationality, or sex.

Appointed candidates are required to become a NJ resident within one year of starting the position as per P.L. 2011, c. 70. New Jersey First Act (https://www.nj.gov/labor/research-info/njfirst.shtml)

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Please Apply Online at www.mcts.edu