Accounting Specialist I

Polkschoolsfl; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package: medical, dental

No-cost employee health clinics

Paid holidays and leave time

Flexible work options

Professional growth and development

Mentoring and support networks

Job summary

Polk County Schools in Winter Haven, FL, is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to post purchase orders, vouchers, journal entries, deposits, and budgets within the ERP system. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and strong bookkeeping and accounting skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP programs. Attention to detail is essential.

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Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED; business courses preferred.
• Considerable experience in bookkeeping and accounting or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems; attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Post purchase orders, vouchers, journal entries, deposits, budgets and related documents in the ERP system.
• Prepare computer input and maintain stock of supplies.
• Analyze records and prepare expenditure reports for federally funded programs.
• Process weekly cafeteria deposit reports.
• Compile carryover data for budget preparation.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Accounting

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Attention to detail

Arithmetic

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP programs

Job description

Job Location (Short): Winter Haven, FL, USA, 33881

Status: Open

Posting End Date: 10/20/26

Salary Grade: Education Support Personnel PG07

Essential Functions of this Job

Posts purchase orders, vouchers, journal entries, deposits, budgets and miscellaneous documents, using the enterprise resource planning (ERP) program. Prepares computer input. Maintains adequate stock of supplies. Analyzes records and reports. Answers inquiries regarding various types of accounts. Instructs school and department personnel regarding the use of the accounts payable system as it applies to them. Processes weekly deposit reports from cafeterias. Prepares expenditure reports for federally funded programs. Compiles carryover data for budget preparation.

Non-Essential Functions of this Job

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Graduation from high school or completion of GED; additional training in business courses is preferred. Considerable responsible experience in bookkeeping and accounting or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, practices and methods with the ability to apply such knowledge to work situations. Knowledge of office procedures and methods. Skill in Microsoft Office products, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) programs, and other standard office machines. Ability to maintain close attention to detail. Ability to perform arithmetical computations quickly and accurately. Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Work Context

Requires sitting and some standing, walking and moving about to coordinate work. Requires face-to-face discussions and contact with individuals and/or teams. Requires the use of alternative communication systems, such as electronic mail, telephones and computers. Requires coordination of work tasks to establish priorities, set goals and meet deadlines. Requires work with both internal and external contacts, and with the public.

Physical Environment

Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Requires sitting for the majority of the day, and the ability to lift, carry, move and/or position objects infrequently weighing up to 20 pounds.

No matter your role, you’ll be part of a supportive team dedicated to student success and employee well-being.

Looking for perks? We've got you covered.

• Full benefits package: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• No-cost employee health clinics
• Paid holidays and leave time
• Flexible work options for some roles
• Professional growth and development
• Access to mentoring and support networks

Why work with Polk County Schools?

From IT to operations, everyone plays a role in student success.

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