Job Summary

POSITION TITLE: School Bookkeeper

RESPONSIBLE TO: Superintendent

REPORTS TO: School Principal

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school education or equivalent with successful experience in working in an office environment. Must have experience in bookkeeping, budgeting, preparing reports, computer operation and working with the public. Must be able to type proficiently, to operate office machines and to work with vendors, principals, supervisors and school staff. Must understand and be familiar with accounting codes and budget requirements for school system.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Maintain all financial records as required.


2. Account for all monies and make bank deposits.


3. Operate computerized accounting program.


4. Maintain purchase order log.


5. Reconcile bank statements and prepare monthly financial report.


6. Establish good audit trail for all school accounts and activities.


7. Inform principal of financial status.


8. Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable.


9. Work with principal and custodian of funds on annual budget.


10. Attend local and state workshops as necessary.


11. Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB GOAL:

To serve as Bookkeeper in a manner which ensures efficient support for the operation of the school’s bookkeeping department and to work with the Custodian of Funds in carrying out designated financial programs in the school.