Accounts Payable Specialist St. Mary's School for the Deaf 2253 Main Street Buffalo , NY 14214 Classified - Position - Other (Classified) Job Number 3300053658 Start Date Open Date 10/06/2025 Closing Date 11/07/2025 Experience/Certifications: + High school diploma/equivalent required. + Associate's degree in accounting, finance, or a related business field with proven work experience in accounts payable management with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience + Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related business field preferred. + Proven ability to communicate across all settings (staff, administration, vendors), including sign language proficiency + Critical thinker who is flexible, has a strong business sense, and possesses strong decision-making skills + Demonstrated success operating in an autonomous environment + Working experience with accounting/vendor management software and inventory bar coding + Ability to work independently and take initiative with minimal supervision. + The ability to successfully complete the ASL, Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) within three years at the proficiency level defined for this position as determined by the school. Requirements + Proficiency in accounting software and experience with Microsoft Outlook programs, including Outlook, Word and Excel + Knowledge of accounting principles and practices + Familiarity with regulatory requirements related to accounts payable processes + Adherence to Office of the State Comptroller's Guide to Financial Operations + Thorough working knowledge of and a minimum of three years working directly with New York State's (NYS) Article 11 - (State Finance) State Purchasing law as it relates to purchasing and procurement requirements. This includes working directly with the NYS Office of General Services (OGS) contracting and on-line bid/requests for proposal (RFP) placement + Demonstrated ability to perform on-line purchases, create detailed backup information, and reconcile purchases to the school's credit card + Excellent communication and customer service skills Primary Responsibilities: + Process purchase orders, invoices, and expense reports, ensuring proper budget coding, authorization, and accuracy + Liaison with vendors and suppliers, managing inquiries, reconciling statements, and resolving discrepancies. + Maintain accurate and organized financial records, including vendor files, tax information (W-9's) and fixed asset data. + Communicate with stakeholders to ensure requirements are documented per State and internal procedures + Ensure every purchase of goods and services is accompanied by a purchase order prior to incurring expenses. + Ensure goods or services received and confirmed by an authorized receiver with supporting documentation + Manage and account for inventory on a regular basis Please make sure to complete an application by clickinghere (https://wnyric.atenterprise.powerschool.com/ats/app\_login?COMPANY\_ID=00005387) for this job posting. Job Attachment View Attachment Itinerant Location 2253 Main Street, Buffalo New York Salary: From 50000.00 Salary: To 65000.00 Salary Competitive Y Appointment Status Permanent Position Status Full time Start Date 11/3/2025 Contact Person's Name Mary DeStefano Contact Person's Phone 7168347200 Contact Person's Email maryd@smsdk12.org