Accounts Payable Bookkeeper

Date Posted:

April 10, 2026

Application Deadline:

April 19, 2026

Interviews tentatively scheduled:

April 22, 2026

Job Title:

Accounts Payable Bookkeeper

Date Available:

May 19, 2026

Job Location:

Morris School District 54 District Office

Reports to:

Superintendent and Business Manager

Job Description:

Morris School District 54 is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Bookkeeper to join our team in the District Office. The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills, ability to be a team player, maintain confidentiality and follow through on tasks until completion in order to meet deadlines. The candidate will perform clerical duties such as track district purchasing, track funds received as well as expenditures, maintain records for reporting to the Illinois State Board of Education, perform other tasks as the administration may assign.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associates Degree in Accounting/Data processing preferred.
• A minimum of 2-5 years experience in an accounting, bookkeeping or related position.
• Bookkeeping experience in a school district business office or other similar experience is preferred.
• Ability to draft clear and professional correspondence.
• Technology proficient including word processing, Excel and Google Workspace as well as experience with accounting and financial software.
• Knowledge of SDS, PowerSchool and Frontline preferred.
• Ability to work in a deadline driven environment.

Duties:

• Process accounts payable
• Maintain records for district assets
• Prepare monthly payable reports to District 54 Board for approval and other reports as needed.
• Process and mail checks following approval from the Board of Education.
• Process deposits and payables for activity funds, maintaining records.
• Gather and maintain A/P information necessary for the district’s annual audit.
• Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality.
• Access and assist with confidential district information including student fees, legal and other invoices.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Administration.

Benefits and Compensation:

• Position is considered a year round position with 260 working days
• Hours: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm (30 minute unpaid lunch)
• Salary Range: $20.00 to $22.00 per hour pending education and experience
• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid Holidays
• 11 Sick Days
• 3 Personal Days
• Vacation: 5 days after 6 months, 5 days after additional 6 months
• Board paid life insurance
• IMRF eligible
• Additional options for Flexible Spending and Health Payment Account

Application Process:

• Complete application via Frontline: https://www.applitrack.com/morris54/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Secretarial/Clerical
• Attach letter of intent resume, and 3 letters of recommendation and 2 references to your application

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $22