Under direction, performs a variety of accounting tasks required to analyze, verify and reconcile accounting records in order to ensure effective, efficient and accurate financial operations for a large school organization. The work involves controlling the processing of invoices, purchase orders, receiving, expenses and fiscal reports for daily accounting operations. The unit processes large volumes of invoices, sensitive documents on a daily basis, answers inquiries received from a variety of communication vehicles such as phone, email, etc. requiring considerable work organization. Payables processing occurs within a paperless environment, requiring the mastery of the MCPS document management system and the Oracle ERP based Financial Management System ((Hub) and the ability to function and manage workload conceptually and independently, without reference to standard paper-based processes. Communicates with school staff to resolve delivery and payment issues to effect timely and accurate supplier payments. Reviews processed transactions, ensuring presence of all required supporting documentation and determining need for additional information in order to meet regulatory requirements. Analyze transactions to ensure compliance with General Accounting Principles and audit regulations. Direction and supervision received varies and is commensurate with the current grade of the incumbent (grade 14, 15 or 16). Physical Demands: None Special Requirements: Must be able to work long hours as demanded by workload, including attendance at meetings.