Accounting Specialist

Lake-County-School-District-; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake County School District in Tavares, FL is seeking an Accounting Specialist to join the Finance Department. The role is 8 hours per day in Florida, with starting pay $16.98–$19.70 per hour and immediate start for qualified candidates.

The district emphasizes equal opportunity employment and provides information on veterans’ preference. Applicants may contact the Finance department for more details.

Qualifications

• Experience with accounting systems (Skyward) preferred.
• Accounting knowledge and related financial processes desired.

Skills

Accounting experience

Skyward experience

Job description

Accounting Specialist

Lake County School District (FL) Finance - Tavares, Florida Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education , and Lake County School District (FL)

Job Details

Job ID: 5949965

Application Deadline: Oct 18, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 05, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Description:

Additional Job Information

Finance Department, Tavares, FL

Accounting and Skyward experience preferred.

If you have additional questions about the position, pleasereach out to the hiring manager at the school/department to which you are applying, as noted below in this job posting.

Starting salary for new or returning hires is commensurate with relevant education and experience.

Notes: (1) This role does not provide for employment visa sponsorship. (2)In accordance with House Bill 521, the Agency for Health Care Administration created a public webpage to provide education and awareness of care provider background screening. Click the following link for webpage: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Veterans' Preference Information

In accordance with Florida Statute 295.065, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans receive preference and priority, and that certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you must attach the proper and applicable documentation, such as DD Form 214, Disability Ratings, Marriage Verification, etc. to the application beforesubmitting, in order for the district to consider your request.

The Lake County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Lake County School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Position Type: 8 Hours Per Day

Salary: $16.98 to $19.70 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Accounting/Bookkeeping

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kim Repas , Director of Finance
• Finance
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]