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Accounting Clerk II - Finance

Job in Palos Hills, Cook County, Illinois, 60465, USA
Listing for: Inside Higher Ed
Full Time position
Listed on 2025-12-10
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Accounting Assistant, Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk, Accounting & Finance
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Accounting Clerk II - Finance

Inside Higher Ed

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Job Title

Accounting Clerk II - Finance

Department

Accounts Payable

Work Location

Main Campus

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Accounts Payable Manager, performs a variety of duties related to the accounting function. The Accounting Clerk II is dedicated to learning college concepts by developing programs and facilitating activities that promote student success and lifelong learning.

Performs all duties of an Accounts Payable clerk; utilizes extensive knowledge of all accounting payable and purchasing functions. Applies judgment to analyze transactions and determine if accounting and auditing procedures are followed. Maintains control over accounts payable by auditing records; examines invoices for proper authorization, budget and object codes, and conformance to policies. Investigates and resolves problems that arise among college employees, students, and vendors regarding accounts payable items.

Manages all difficult transactions, escalated inquiries, and customer relationships. Prepares accounts payable register and reconciles processed transactions to system balances for each check run and month‑end. Trains and mentors other accounts payable employees on policies and procedures and recommends process improvements. Maintains the integrity of information in the accounts payable database and files for the annual submission of IRS Forms 1099;

maintains confidentiality of sensitive information. May also assist with accounting projects and prepare Excel spreadsheets, reports, and account analyses.

Education/Experience

Minimum of an Associate’s Degree in Business and a minimum of five (5) years of experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking, or a related business field.

Qualifications
  • Knowledge of all Accounts Payable and purchasing procedures.
  • Ability to use judgment in transaction analysis and ascertain that accounting and auditing procedures have been followed.
  • Must possess basic typing skills and be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Must possess good organizational skills.
  • Comply with the GLB Act and FTC Red Flag Rule regarding financial information protection.
  • Ability to work with vendors and students to resolve problems.
  • Can work independently, exercise good judgment, and perform duties with little supervision.
  • Ability to read and write correspondence and comprehend instructions and memos.
  • Good oral communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Computational and accounting skills.
Position Status

Full Time

Hours

General Hours – Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm

Salary

Hourly, $23.21–$27.24 plus exceptional benefits.

Benefits
  • Health, dental, vision coverage.
  • Life insurance (optional).
  • Disability insurance.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • MVCC tuition waiver.
  • SURS retirement plan.
  • Vacation days.
  • Holidays.
  • Sick leave.
  • Personal days.
  • Bereavement days.
  • Tax‑shielded annuity plans.

Support Staff Position (FT). A generous benefits plan is offered, which includes paid time off, tuition discounts for benefit‑eligible employees and families, medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits in a collaborative and friendly environment.

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Benefit Highlights

Benefit Guide-Details

Final date to receive applications

Review of applications begins: 11/17/2025

Posting Information

Posting Number: SS00585P

Open Date: 11/07/2025

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please apply online with complete materials.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Online Audio and Video Media

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