School Bookkeeper

Location:Liberty High SchoolRecruiting Start Date:09/10/2026This posting will be open at least five (5) days after the recruiting start date.Estimated Start Date:09/21/2026School Bookkeeper performs the activities of preparing, transferring, transcribing, systematizing, or preserving records, and transactions. Keeps accurate and detailed bookkeeping records and prepares statements reflecting those activities.The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.Reports consistently for work as scheduledPerforms other duties as assignedAttains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance StandardsAssists department head with maintenance of departmental budgetAssists in the daily activities of the general ledger accounting, including but not limited to, preparing and inputting journal entries, budget transfers, and bank reconciliationsCollects and maintains accurate accounts receivable entriesComposes, performs, and types routine correspondence and reports and updates listsDevelops and implements office procedures and methods to ensure the efficiency of office operationsDevelops and maintains required reportsMaintains and reconciles PTO and activity accounts at a district/school levelMaintains and/or prepares payroll records for guest and regular staff, including completing guest staff pay receipts, accounting for staff absences, and providing payroll records to Business ServicesMaintains inventory of office supplies; orders and stocks materials and supplies as necessaryMaintains various databases, reports, and office filing systemsMakes deposits in school checking accountManages school petty cash fundPerforms a variety of bookkeeping procedures within the department and tracks various accounts and contracts; reconciles accounts and records; maintains/prepares budget records and summariesPerforms a variety of duties using various types of office equipmentPerforms routine typing activities related to departmental functionsPrepares and processes reports which require research, computation, and compilationProcesses purchase orders and requisitions as required, tracks orders as received, and maintains records of school purchasesProcesses purchase requisitions for office equipment, maintenance needs, and staff expenses and office suppliesResponsible for ticket sales at all athletic events where admission is takenSets up, files, and sorts a variety of documents, to include sensitive and confidential informationTracks general fund budget for the principalTracks/processes accounts receivable and bank statement reconciliationKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Ability to adapt to changing technologies and to learn functionality of new equipment and systemsAbility to communicate effectively verbally and in writingAbility to create, access, input, retrieve, and manipulate information in various software systemsAbility to establish and maintain accurate record keeping, document management, and filing systemsAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general publicAbility to follow oral and written instructionsAbility to greet and interact with the public in a courteous and professional mannerAbility to maintain confidentialityAbility to manage simultaneous demands and set clear prioritiesAbility to perform routine bookkeeping and clerical accounting tasks effectively and efficientlyAbility to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilitiesAbility to work independently without direct supervisionCommitment to the education of students as a primary responsibilityCommunicates effectively with students and adults in a wide variety of settingsComputer proficiency including office productivity applicationsConsiderable knowledge of policies, procedures, and overall district functionsDemonstrated ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear prioritiesDemonstrated ability to work well with others in a team settingDemonstrates citizenship, compassion, courage, discernment, excellence, honesty, hope, integrity, patience, perseverance, reliability, respect, responsibility, and trustworthinessDemonstrates effective organizational and time management skillsDetail-orientedEnergetic, creative, innovative, flexibleExcellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skillsKnowledge of office methods and procedures including appropriate telephone etiquetteKnowledge of Special Education, other educational programming, and associated legal requirements as related to the needs of the students assigned to the teacherPromotes a positive climate, culture, and communityStrong mathematical and analytical skillsStrong organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skillsStudent-centered and relationship-focusedUnderstanding of data privacy laws and their implications for the educational communityWillingness to participate in ongoing training as requiredWork Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a staff member typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive.The noise level in the work environment may alternate among quiet, moderate, and loud.The incumbent is frequently required to interact in person and through communication methods with the students, public, and/or other staff.The incumbent is required to work scheduled school/work hours and/or days.The incumbent may be required to work extended school/work hours and/or days as directed.Work is generally performed in a standard office environment.Physical Demands: The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. All physical demands, if listed, are considered essential functionsSits, stands, walks, stoops, kneels, and crouches/squats while performing dutiesHas oral and auditory capacity enabling interaction interpersonally and/or through communication devicesUses eyes, hands, and finger coordination enabling the use of equipment and writing utensilsTypical demands require staff to lift and carry up to 20 pounds, and may be higher for some assignments depending on position and student need; climb stairs, ladders, and/or stools; reach, hold, grasp and turn objects; use fingers to operate computer keyboards; feel the shape, size and temperature of objectsCognitive Functions: The following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. The staff member may be required to analyze, communicate, compare, compile, compute, coordinate, copy, evaluate, instruct, negotiate, synthesize, reason, and use interpersonal skills.Required Qualifications:High school graduate -high school diploma or equivalentPreferred Qualifications:Compensation Range:$23.15-24.31Scheduled Weekly Hours:40Hours per Day:8.0 hour(s) per dayNumber of Days per Year:220 Days M-FBenefits Eligibility:Full-time - RegularFor more information on our benefits, please visit Employee Benefits | Academy District 20 (asd20.org).FLSA Status:United States of America (Non-Exempt)How to Apply:New applicants (including current district staff members) must use the Workday application portal. Documents emailed directly to a supervisor will not be considered for application purposes and will not receive a response. A completed online application also includes the following uploaded documents in PDF format:A current resumePlease do not call to request site visits or interviews at the school/location. Please direct all inquiries via the email address indicated on the postingHiring Manager Email:View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr FHLB Des Moines