Accounting Technician

LIFELONG LEARNING ADMINISTRATION CORPORATION

Full Time, Monday - Friday; 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

The Lifelong Learning Advantage

At Lifelong Learning, our mission is to support our client schools so they can concentrate on improving educational outcomes and student success. We continue to be a strong, positive force, pioneering the way education is delivered to all students.

Learn more about us at https://llac.org/

How You Will Make an Impact

The Accounting Technician will process invoices, track, and record payments in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner using the organization’s accounting software for multiple entities. This position will have a daily, ongoing impact on financial transactions utilizing proper coding, keeping the company on track, on time, and on good terms with valued partners including vendors and other internal departments. This position reports to the Controller or designee.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: This list is illustrative only and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of tasks performed by this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Review invoices for appropriate documentation and approvals prior to payment.
• Review and resolve discrepancies and issues between vendor and customer.
• Verify and audit vendor’s accounts for completeness and accuracy according to established internal controls.
• Prepare and maintain all invoices, supporting documents and distribute checks according to established procedures.
• Verify receipt of materials (e.g. Packing slips) or services and match invoices and other documentation necessary to process payment.
• Prepare and review Accounts Payable aging reports for payment processing.
• Perform invoice and general-ledger data entry.
• Ensure payment to vendors and employees including, but not limited to electronic funds transfers, are process according to department timelines.
• Respond to inquiries and requests from employees, clients and vendors.
• Ensure vendor information is kept current in the accounting system.
• Perform periodic checks of open purchase orders to ensure the payments will be process timely and accurate.
• Embrace changing technologies and procedures to improve efficiencies and methodology.
• Support with auditing, processing, and filing to the Finance Department, when necessary.
• Support the company in optimizing its financial transactions and systems.
• Strengthen and grow relationships with vendors and suppliers through timely payments.
• Assist in streamlining and improving the accounts payable process.
• Assist with monthly and year-end close out processing and procedures.
• Adhere to attendance policy, attend staff meetings and trainings.
• Perform administrative duties, responsibilities, and activities as assigned. These may be changed or modified from time to time.