Purchasing Clerk - Houston, United States - IDEA Public Schools

IDEA Public Schools

Verified Company

Houston, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Description
Purchasing Clerk - Corporate Card

Role Mission

The Corporate Card Purchasing Clerk role is responsible for ensuring compliance, integrity, and continuous improvement for internal stakeholders to meet the needs of campuses and departments across the organization.

This role will support and advance the goals of all entities across IDEA Public Schools compliance and best practices as outlined in state regulations by reviewing and verifying the accuracy of travel and business-related expenses.

What You'll Do - Accountabilities

Essential Duties:

Correction of the SAE (Standard Accounting Extract) file for Tyler Munis import.
Daily collaboration with the Corporate Card Manager regarding corporate card and travel controls.
Effectively communicate organizational knowledge, budget and financial capacity to persons holding a fiduciary role within the organization.
Ensure Concur expense reports are thoroughly reviewed within 2 business days.
Ensure correct account coding is accurate as per Financial Accountability System Resource Guide (FASRG) and audit standards.
Monitor Standard Account Extract data reports daily to make certain payments are processed quickly and accurately.
Perform internal control assessments required to identify inconsistencies within organizational policies.
Provide continuous improvement by attending and engaging in weekly Finance Team tactical to establish appropriate communication and support related to operational controls, policy changes and updates.
Provide exceptional support and communication to endusers.
Support and commence appropriate next steps to resolve any Concur user issues within a timely manner.
Support the development of Finance Teams in meeting financial objectives through internal development and resources, observation, and continuous, realtime coaching.
Support endusers navigate the procurement process in alignment with Corporate Card Policy and internal controls.
Related work duties as assigned.

What You Bring - Competencies

Knowledge and Skills:

Knowledge of basic accounting principles.
Proficient in hard skills such as with the use of technology and software.
Possess numerate skills; able to understand and work with numbers in an accurate and rapid manner.
Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
Possess organizational and time management skills.
Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively.
Possess efficient critical thinking and innovative skills.

Proficient in:

Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Teams
10key

Experience:

Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: 2+ Clerical experience and accounting, preferably in education
Licenses or Certifications (if applicable): N/A

What We Offer:

Compensation & Benefits:

Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $18.48/hour and $23.11/hour, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity.

This role is also eligible for performance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainment.