Accounting

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Accounting Clerk

FLSA: Non Exempt

REPORTS TO: Accounting Coordinator

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Administrative Assistant Salary Schedule (261 days) with benefits According to the Classified Agreement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Aptitude for numeric calculations and interpretations

• Detail-oriented

• Good organizational and communication skills

• 10-key by touch

• Knowledge of financial software programs and strong Microsoft Excel

• Accounting experience (preferred)

• Familiarity with cash accounting

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain accurate accounting records by ensuring that all expenditures and revenues are recorded in an accurate and timely manner.

• Assist in the preparation of reports for local, state and federal agencies.

• Assist in the preparation and analysis of financial statements for the Board of Education, and appropriate members of the district staff.

• Perform monthly bank statement reconciliation.

• Create, edit and manage district account codes in accordance with the Missouri Financial Accounting guidelines.

• Manage bank transactions and ensure bank accounts are adequately secured through open communication with bank representatives.

• Assist auditors in finding and interpreting district information.

• Provide assistance to district staff on grant accounting and reconciliation.

• Provide clerical and administrative support for the Accounting Coordinator.

• Input purchase orders and ensure payment is sent in a timely manner for bond and lease payments

OTHER JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attend meetings and training as required.

• Provide accounting system training and assistance.

• Maintain confidentiality.

• Recommend new efficiency improvements.