10-Month School Bookkeeper — Budget & Payroll Support

Alabama State Department of Education; Arab (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Alabama State Department of Education seeks a Local School Bookkeeper for a 10-month contract. You will manage accounts payable, payroll records, bank deposits, and year-end closings for the district, ensuring allocations and expenses stay within budget.

The role requires a high school diploma (college degree preferred), knowledge of double-entry accounting, and experience with NextGen (MCAI) software. You will support the Principal and CSFO, work in a fast-paced environment, and uphold ethical

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
• Experience with NextGen (MCAI) software preferred.
• Knowledge of double-entry accounting is required.
• Ability to solve problems, multi-task, and interact professionally with the public and staff.
• Demonstrates high ethical standards, accountability, and integrity; follows ACS guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Performs accounts payable tasks including PO issuance, coding and posting invoices, and timely vendor payments.
• Prepares and submits bank deposits daily.
• Performs monthly and fiscal year-end close processes.
• Reconciles monthly bank statements.
• Assists in preparing the Board's annual budget.
• Prepares and maintains payroll records.
• Monitors balances and financial activity to ensure allocations and budgets are followed.
• Responds to inquiries promptly and accurately.
• Reports problems or irregularities to supervisors and cooperates with auditors.
• Provides backup support when the secretary is unavailable.
• Complies with school system rules and policies; pursues professional growth.
• Shows initiative and team spirit; performs other related duties.

Skills

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Public interaction

Integrity

Professional communication

Education

High school diploma

College degree preferred

Tools

NextGen (MCAI) software

Job description

Alabama State Department of Education seeks a Local School Bookkeeper for a 10-month contract. You will manage accounts payable, payroll records, bank deposits, and year-end closings for the district, ensuring allocations and expenses stay within budget.

The role requires a high school diploma (college degree preferred), knowledge of double-entry accounting, and experience with NextGen (MCAI) software. You will support the Principal and CSFO, work in a fast-paced environment, and uphold ethical