Bookkeeper

The School District of Lee County; Cape Coral (FL); On-site; USD 43,944,000 - 45,254,000; Full time

Job summary

The School District of Lee County in Cape Coral, Florida is seeking a Bookkeeper to manage financial transactions, maintain records, and prepare statements for district offices and departments. The role supports budgeting, procurement, and internal audit functions while ensuring compliance with district policies.

Starting as a full-time, 8-hour position with 216 days annually, compensation begins at $18.46 per hour, with potential increases based on relevant education and experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of experience in a business-related field.
• Associates Degree in a business-related field (preferred).
• Four (4) years of accounting and bookkeeping experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Apply District policies and procedures in all financial transactions.
• Maintain a complete and systematic set of records of all financial transactions of the school/department.
• Record details of financial transactions in journals and subsidiary ledgers from requisitions, payroll records, etc.
• Summarize and balance entries in journals, computer systems, and ledgers.
• Prepare financial statements, income statements, and cost reports for the school and departments.
• Trace errors and record adjustments.
• Compute and record cash receipt summaries.
• Handle banking transactions and perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• Collaborate with Budget, Procurement Services, Financial Accounting, and Internal Audit.
• Create and monitor inventory orders of supplies and equipment for operation.
• Assist office staff to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Perform Medicaid administrative claims reimbursable activities as directed per SDAC Guide.

Skills

Recordkeeping

Bank Reconciliations

Financial Statements

Journal Entries

Budget Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Associates Degree

Four years accounting experience

Job description

Bookkeeper

The School District of Lee County Mariner Middle - Cape Coral, Florida Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education

Job Details

Job ID: 5939723
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Yesterday
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of experience in a business-related field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates Degree in a business-related field.
• Four (4) years of accounting and bookkeeping experience.

Relevant work experience or education may be substituted to satisfy minimum qualifications.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills; organizational and management skills; mathematical skills.
• Knowledge of pertinent regulations, policies, and procedures for the functional area of assignment.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws/regulations related to student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention.
• Knowledge of and experience with industry-standard equipment, materials, practices, computers, and applications.
• Ability to professionally and effectively respond to customer needs and requests for service or assistance.
• Ability to sit in one position and view computer screens and other monitoring devices for a prolonged period of time.

Revised: 5/22/23

Responsibilities

• Apply District policies and procedures in all financial transactions.
• Maintain a complete and systematic set of records of all financial transactions of the school/department.
• Record details of financial transactions in appropriate journals and subsidiary ledgers from such sources as requisitions, payroll records, etc.
• Summarize and balance entries recorded in individual journals, computer systems, and ledgers.
• Prepare financial statements, income statements, and cost reports to reflect the financial condition of the school and its departments and organizations.
• Trace errors and record adjustments.
• Compute and record cash receipt summaries.
• Handle banking transactions and perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• Work with other departments, including Budget, Procurement Services, Financial Accounting, and Internal Audit.
• Create and monitor/inventory orders of supplies, equipment, etc., for school/department operation.
• Assist office staff to ensure smooth operation of daily functions.
• Perform Medicaid administrative claims reimbursable activities as directed in accordance with Chapter 3 of the federally approved School District Administrative Claiming (SDAC) Guide.

Revised: 5/22/23

Additional Job Information

S04, $18.46, 8 hours, 216 days

Compensation may increase based upon relevant education and experience.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Accounting/Bookkeeping

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 2855 Colonial Blvd
• Fort Myers, Florida 33966
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]