School Bookkeeper

School Bookkeeper Reports To:Principal FLSA Status:Non-Exempt Calendar:220 Days Salary Schedule:SCHBKR Salary Range: $30,469 - $42,177 Salary based on years of experience in a similar role.

Job Summary

• Oversee the school's financial data and compliance by maintaining accurate books on accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and daily financial entries and reconciliations.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 21 years of age or older

Preferred Qualifications

• Formal training or coursework in bookkeeping, accounting, or related financial practices
• Successful experience in a financial role for an organization
• Successful experience in a school or school system setting

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in an in-person office or school setting.
• Regular use of computers, telephones, calculators, and other standard office equipment.
• Prolonged periods of sitting, with occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, data entry, and handling financial documents.
• Occasional lifting and carrying of office supplies, files, or materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Requires attention to detail and accuracy when processing financial records and transactions.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work efficiently during periods of increased workload.
• Regular interaction with school employees, administrators, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Requires maintaining confidentiality when handling sensitive financial and employee information.
• May require occasional work beyond normal business hours during peak financial processing periods or to meet established deadlines.

Selection Proceedures Thank you for your interest in joining Jackson County Schools. Our selection process ensures that we identify the most qualified candidates for our team. Hiring Managers will prioritize candidates who meet both the preferred and minimum qualifications for each position and will select individuals for interviews as positions become available. Due to the volume of submissions received by this office, information concerning application or interview status cannot be provided in writing, over the phone, or in person. All applicants who submit a complete application package will be considered but may not necessarily receive notification or an interview. The job posting may be subject to being closed at any time without notice. Only those qualified candidates who are selected for an interview shall receive notification upon the filling of this vacancy.

Notice The Jackson County School System is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.The Jackson County School System is a drug-free workplace. A background check will be completed upon hire, which may consist of any or all of the following: criminal and employment histories, credit history (as applicable to the position), education credentials, and motor vehicle driving records.