GHS BOOKKEEPER

Job Summary This position serves to assist in the administration of the schools business affairs to provide the maximum accounting/bookkeeping services for the financial resources available. Job Summary This position serves to assist in the administration of the schools business affairs to provide the maximum accounting/bookkeeping services for the financial resources available. Essential Functions * (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this class.)* Reports to the principal regarding the financial condition of school activity accounts Maintains records of all school financial transactions Prepares journal entries for the proper accounting of school financial records Handles receipting of monies Prepares disbursements for school activity accounts and maintains appropriate documentation Researches outstanding checks Researches the schools general ledger Reconciles the schools bank statement Enforces the schools purchasing processes Submits financial reports to the Finance Department Assists in GHSA reporting and eligibility Maintains a cooperative working relationship with administration, parents, staff and public Demonstrates ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students in school environment and community Maintain appropriate documentation and recordkeeping as required Observes assigned work hours Maintains a pattern of prompt and regular attendance Follows the daily schedule as prescribed Adjusts to work assignments and /or schedule changes Supports and follows system initiatives and procedures Maintains regular and reliable attendance as physical presence on the job site is required Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent and Two (2) years of work experience with a focus on bookkeeping, accounting or banking Preferred Qualifications Associates Degree or other formal, post-secondary education Previous experience in a public school setting Direct work experience with journal entries and reconciliations Competencies Necessary to Do the Job Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to work well with others in a professional, cooperative and flexible manner Ability to maintain strict confidentiality Exceptional customer service Ability to multitaskExcellent mathematical and problem solving skills Ability to apply focused attention to detail Ability to maintain emotional control under stress Ability to be regularly, predictably and reliably at work Ability to perform routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities #J-18808-Ljbffr Griffin-Spalding County School System