Full-Time
Accounts Receivable Clerk 2
Updated on 9/10/2026
Scholastic
Publishes, distributes children's books via schools
Compensation Overview
$17.25 - $18.25/hr
Jefferson City, MO, USA
In Person
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- An accounting background or excellent math skills is required.
- The ability to use an alphanumeric keyboard accurately by touch is required.
- Strict Payment Card Industry compliance and security guidelines must be followed.
- The ability to work independently with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail is required.
- Balance, edit, and post payment information to customer accounts and invoices for all lines of business.
- Verify and post receipts while processing and monitoring incoming payments accurately and efficiently.
- Process payments in compliance with policies and procedures.
- Process education and retail returns, credit and debit adjustments, transfers, and customer refunds.
- Provide backup support for other areas as needed.
- Work overtime as needed and perform other assigned duties.
- Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word.
Scholastic creates and distributes children's books and learning content through direct-to-school channels that connect publishers with students. Its products include classroom books, magazines, and reading programs sold via book clubs and in-school book fairs, enabling teachers and schools to purchase directly. The company grows by acquiring other publishers and building strong franchises, such as Grolier and series like The Hunger Games and Captain Underpants. Its goal is to maintain a kid-focused media ecosystem by delivering affordable reading material directly into schools and classrooms through a school-based distribution network.
Company Size
N/A
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
1977
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- On August 19, 2026, Scholastic expanded Tezuka manga rights, extending Graphix’s global pipeline.
- Apple TV’s August 2026 Stillwater season five keeps Scholastic IP visible in streaming family entertainment.
- July 2026 earnings beat EPS estimates, and the raised quarterly dividend signals cash generation stability.
What critics are saying
- Fiscal 2026 revenue fell 3% to $1.58 billion, exposing weak core demand on July 28, 2026.
- Revenue miss versus expectations in July 2026 shows dependence on a few hit titles and channels.
- If school spending shifts to digital-first incumbents, Scholastic’s classroom distribution moat erodes within 2027.
What makes Scholastic unique
- Scholastic’s school-based direct distribution still reaches classrooms through fairs, clubs, and magazines.
- Graphix turns legacy IP into global franchises; UNICO AWAKENING launched in August 2024.
- The Magic School Bus and Dog Man give Scholastic rare multi-format, cross-generational brand depth.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Generous Parental Leave Program
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Company News
Back to Hogwarts to reach more readers and listeners This year than ever before. WEBWIRE - Thursday, August 27, 2026 This year's Back to Hogwarts global celebration will be the biggest yet, with new ways for readers and listeners around the world to experience the story that started it all, Harry Potter and The Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling. The annual September 1 celebration will reach more fans than ever before as anticipation for the forthcoming HBO Original series, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, builds ahead of a Christmas 2026 premiere date. As part of the celebration, more than 200,000 print books and full-cast audiobooks of the first Harry Potter story will be donated to schools, libraries and hospitals across the U.S., UK and multiple international territories. This initiative is supported by Harry Potter publishers Scholastic, Bloomsbury, and Pottermore, alongside Audible and other international publishing partners. In the U.S., Scholastic will give away 100,000 copies of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone through its school channels including underserved communities. In collaboration with Audible and Pottermore, Scholastic will also distribute Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Full-Cast Edition audiobook to 100,000 Book Clubs-affiliated teachers nationwide. Other global initiatives include books donated by Bloomsbury to charities and partners across the UK, free books and audiobooks available to fans attending the London Back to Hogwarts event at Old Billingsgate Market, and expanded access to Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone through UK libraries. From September 1 through Halloween, fans will be able to enjoy the original audiobook editions of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone narrated by Stephen Fry and Jim Dale on the official Harry Potter YouTube channel, with no paid subscription required. The YouTube release will mark the first time listeners outside North America can access the Jim Dale edition on YouTube. These special initiatives, alongside a few surprises that have yet to be revealed, will inevitably bring the magic of storytelling to communities around the world and introduce a new generation of readers and listeners to Harry Potter. WebWireID359593 This news content was configured by WebWire editorial staff. Linking is permitted. Distribute your news. * Every day, hundreds of individuals and companies choose WebWire to distribute their news. * WebWire places your news within numerous highly trafficked news search engines generating leads and publicity. * Submit Your Release Now!
Back to Hogwarts to reach more readers and listeners this year than ever before. This year's Back to Hogwarts global celebration will be the biggest yet, with new ways for readers and listeners around the world to experience the story that started it all, Harry Potter and The Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling. The annual September 1 celebration will reach more fans than ever before as anticipation for the forthcoming HBO Original series, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, builds ahead of a Christmas 2026 premiere date. As part of the celebration, more than 200,000 print books and full-cast audiobooks of the first Harry Potter story will be donated to schools, libraries and hospitals across the U.S., UK and multiple international territories. This initiative is supported by Harry Potter publishers Scholastic, Bloomsbury, and Pottermore, alongside Audible and other international publishing partners. In the U.S., Scholastic will give away 100,000 copies of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone through its school channels including underserved communities. In collaboration with Audible and Pottermore, Scholastic will also distribute Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Full-Cast Edition audiobook to 100,000 Book Clubs-affiliated teachers nationwide. Other global initiatives include books donated by Bloomsbury to charities and partners across the UK, free books and audiobooks available to fans attending the London Back to Hogwarts event at Old Billingsgate Market, and expanded access to Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone through UK libraries. From September 1 through Halloween, fans will be able to enjoy the original audiobook editions of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone narrated by Stephen Fry and Jim Dale on the official Harry Potter YouTube channel, with no paid subscription required. The YouTube release will mark the first time listeners outside North America can access the Jim Dale edition on YouTube. These special initiatives, alongside a few surprises that have yet to be revealed, will inevitably bring the magic of storytelling to communities around the world and introduce a new generation of readers and listeners to Harry Potter.
Scholastic donates 1,600+ books to expand community reading in the Bronx. A recent Scholastic donation of more than 1,600 books to the nonprofit Books x Bodegas was featured in both The Riverdale Press and Bronx Mama, underscoring how the contribution will expand access to free, high-quality books for children and families across New York City. Books x Bodegas aims to bring books into everyday community spaces to increase their accessibility and visibility, helping to build a culture of reading in the Bronx. The recent coverage highlights the growing reach of Books x Bodegas' community-based literacy model. "Scholastic has a strong belief that community-focused nonprofit partners play an important role in our shared mission of ensuring every child has access to books and opportunities to develop a lifelong love of reading," Scholastic told The Riverdale Press. The donation included kid-favorite titles such as Esperanza Rising, Dog Man and The 39 Clues.
Scholastic partners with Tezuka Productions. Graphix has obtained exclusive rights to develop five of Osamu Tezuka's properties! New York, NY - WEBWIRE - Wednesday, August 19, 2026 Scholastic, the global children's publishing, education, and media company, announced it will be partnering with Tezuka Productions, Co., Ltd., Osamu Tezuka's IP company, to reimagine five of Tezuka's original manga titles for children. Tezuka Productions, Co., Ltd. is a Japanese mass multi-media company founded by Osamu Tezuka, who is often referred to as the "God of Manga." Tezuka is famously known for jumpstarting Japan's modern comic and animation industries, producing over 700 stories, including some of his most popular series, Astro Boy, Princess Knight, Kimba the White Lion, and many more. Scholastic partnered with Tezuka Productions, Co. Ltd. first in 2024 with the reimagining of Tezuka's UNICO series. Since the UNICO AWAKENING series launched in August 2024, Graphix has released three volumes from acclaimed author, Samuel Sattin, and Eisner Award-winning Japanese artist duo, Gurihiru. The series has become a national bestseller and sold in more than 17 countries around the world. UNICO AWAKENING will culminate with its eighth volume, completing the story arc left unfinished by Tezuka in his lifetime. In a similar vein to UNICO, Scholastic is partnering with Tezuka Productions, Co., Ltd. to reimagine five properties from Osamu Tezuka. These titles will include, Three Eyed One, Princess Knight, Triton of the Sea, Zero Men, and Atom Cat/Astro Cat. Author Samuel Sattin is tagged once again to spearhead the efforts to develop and reimage these series, working alongside Japanese artists. "Working with Tezuka Productions and Samuel Sattin on the UNICO AWAKENING series has been a dream come true and I'm thrilled that we'll be working together to create more reimagined series for children based on the brilliant storytelling of Osamu Tezuka." says David Saylor, Creative Director and SVP of Graphix at Scholastic. "We are thrilled to partner with Scholastic and Graphix to bring more of Osamu Tezuka's beloved stories to global readers. Following the incredible success of the UNICO AWAKENING series in over 17 countries, we have immense trust in Samuel Sattin and his fellow talented artists who will reimagine these five classic titles for children. We look forward to the day when children everywhere discover these timeless worlds," says Hirotaka Ishiwata, Publishing Manager of Content Division at Tezuka Productions. "Working with Scholastic and Tezuka Productions to create modern reimaginings of Osamu Tezuka's work is at once a dream come true and a responsibility I don't take lightly. Writing UNICO AWAKENING has been an immeasurable honor, and I look forward to bridging art and stories across Japan and the US to bring a new generation of readers to Tezuka's world - a world I'm deeply excited to continue creating in," says bestselling and Eisner-nominated author, Samuel Sattin. About Graphix For more than 100 years, Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) has been meeting children where they are - at school, at home and in their communities - by creating quality content and experiences, all beginning with literacy. Graphix is the groundbreaking imprint of Scholastic that publishes graphic novels for early, middle grade, and young adult readers. Launched in 2005 with the publication of Jeff Smith's acclaimed epic series BONE, Graphix is an innovative force in the publishing industry with global bestsellers and acclaimed books including Dog Man and Cat Kid Comic Club by Dav Pilkey, Raina Telgemeier's books, the Amulet series by Kazu Kibuishi, the Heartstopper series by Alice Oseman, the Sunny books by Jennifer L. Holm and Matthew Holm, Twins by Varian Johnson and Shannon Wright, Allergic by Megan Wagner Lloyd and Michelle Mee Nutter, and the graphic novel adaptations of The Baby-sitters Club and Wings of Fire series. Graphix titles continue to receive awards and critical acclaim including multiple Eisner Award wins and nominations, a National Book Award Longlist selection (Hey, Kiddo), a Stonewall Book Award Honor (Drama), a Boston Globe-Horn Book Award Honor (Smile), and an Edgar Allan Poe nomination (The Lost Boy). Graphix also publishes manga for young readers including the bestselling UNICO series by Osamu Tezuka, Samuel Sattin, and Gurihiru, and the American Manga Award-nominated, Hikaru in the Light! by Mai Matsuda. Learn more at www.scholastic.com. About Tezuka Productions, Co., Ltd. Tezuka Productions Co., Ltd. is a Japanese multi-media company founded by Osamu Tezuka, who is often referred to as the "God of Manga." The studio, founded in 1986, is now mainly engaged in management and operation of Tezuka's copyrighted works, both manga and animation, and in animation production. It is known for notable animation works such as Astro Boy (1980/2003), Jungle Emperor Leo (AKA: Kimba the White Lion), Dororo, and Black Jack. WebWireID359098 This news content was configured by WebWire editorial staff. Linking is permitted. 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Apple TV unveils trailer for season five of 'Stillwater' Apple TV is bringing calm back to the chaos. The streamer has unveiled the trailer for season five of its award-winning animated series Stillwater, with five new episodes set to premiere on 21 August. Based on Jon J Muth's bestselling Scholastic Zen books, Stillwater follows siblings Karl, Addy and Michael as they navigate the twists and turns of childhood with a little help from their wise panda neighbour, Stillwater. Through stories, humour and mindful lessons, the panda guide helps the trio make sense of their emotions and the world around them. While many children's shows race to keep up with short attention spans, Stillwater takes the opposite route. It slows things down. The Peabody and Daytime Emmy-winning series has built its reputation on gentle storytelling, emotional intelligence and mindfulness, turning quiet moments into its greatest strength. Produced by Gaumont and Scholastic Entertainment for Apple TV, the series is part of the platform's broader push towards meaningful family entertainment. Awareness and intention expert Mallika Chopra continues to collaborate on the show through Apple TV's changemakers initiative, helping weave mindfulness practices into its storytelling. The voice cast features Judah Mackey as Karl, Eva Ariel Binder as Addy, Tucker Chandler as Michael and James Sie as the ever-patient Stillwater. Executive producers include Sidonie Dumas, Nicolas Atlan, Terry Kalagian, Iole Lucchese, Caitlin Friedman, Jef Kaminsky, Jun Falkenstein and Rob Hoegee. The return of Stillwater comes as Apple TV continues to expand its children's programming slate. Recent additions include My Brother the Minotaur, Wonder Pets: In the City, WondLa, Yo Gabba GabbaLand!, The Sisters Grimm and Be@rbrick, among others. For Apple TV, the strategy is clear: while competitors chase noise, spectacle and endless content, the platform is betting that families still have room for stories with heart. And if season five is anything to go by, Stillwater remains proof that sometimes the quietest voice in the room has the most to say. In a streaming landscape that rarely pauses for breath, Stillwater is once again inviting audiences to do exactly that.