Bookkeeper 1, School

Hillsborough County Public Schools; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hillsborough County Public Schools Tampa:Ferrell Middle Magnet in Tampa, Florida seeks a School Bookkeeper 1 to manage bookkeeping and financial record-keeping for the school site. Under the principal's supervision, you will handle the activity fund, budget for supplies, and support audits as part of financial operations.

Responsibilities include maintaining records, processing deposits, preparing disbursement checks, reconciling monthly statements, and using the district accounting system

Qualifications

• Experience in school bookkeeping or accounting preferred.
• Ability to manage school activity funds and budgets.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and basic reporting.

Responsibilities

• Maintains school financial records, including generalized and specialized files.
• Maintains district-prescribed accounting and internal control procedures over school activity funds.
• Prepares deposits and ensures timely bank submissions.
• Prepares checks for disbursements based on approved requisitions.
• Reconciles monthly bank statements and financial data for review.
• Monitors purchase orders, P-card transactions, and stock/distribution of supplies.
• Answers calls and uses district email for work-related communication.
• Composes correspondence for principal’s signature.
• Responds to inquiries interpreting financial policies and procedures.
• Performs basic computer skills such as keyboarding, spreadsheets, and presentation software.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Accounting

Microsoft Excel

Tools

District accounting software

Purchasing Card (P-card) software

Job description

Hillsborough County Public Schools Tampa:Ferrell Middle Magnet - Tampa, Florida Open in Google Maps

Bookkeeper 1, School

Hillsborough County Public Schools Tampa:Ferrell Middle Magnet - Tampa, Florida Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5959321

Application Deadline: Oct 23, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Posted: Oct 13, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Summary:

The School Bookkeeper 1 will perform bookkeeping and related accounting functions in the preparation and maintenance of financial records of a school site. Under the supervision of the school principal, the School Bookkeeper 1 will perform duties associated with the effective financial operation of the school for the school activity fund as well as the school’s supply budgets. Internal and external audits will play a role in employee evaluation.

District Expectations

• Demonstrate regular and predictable attention to the work.
• Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

Responsibilities

• Maintains school financial records, including generalized and specialized files.
• Maintains district-prescribed accounting and internal control procedures over school activity funds.
• Ensures adherence to established procedures, including receipting onsite funds (e.g., ticket sales, yearbook purchases, field trips, fundraisers); prepares deposits; ensures deposits are submitted to the bank within established timeframes.
• Prepares checks for disbursements based on approved check requisitions.
• Reconciles monthly bank statements and financial data for principal’s and Internal Auditing’s review.
• Monitors financial procedures with individuals responsible for school site financial operations within district guidelines (e.g., student activities, fundraisers, bookstore, athletic department, and student clubs).
• Processes and monitors purchase orders and purchasing card (P-card) transactions; receives/distributes all supplies, equipment, and textbooks in the prescribed computer system in accordance with district policies and procedures.
• Answers telephones and takes messages as appropriate.
• Utilizes district-provided email for day-to-day work-related correspondence.
• Composes moderately complex correspondence for principal’s signature.
• Answers inquiries requiring interpretation of organization’s financial policy and procedures.
• Performs basic computer skills such as keyboarding, spreadsheets, and presentation software.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.
• Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.

Other Information

• Dependability: Responds to requests for service and assistance. Follows instructions and responds to management direction. Takes responsibility for own actions. Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines.
• Cooperation: Establishes and maintains effective relations. Exhibits tact and consideration. Displays positive outlook and pleasant manner. Offers assistance and support to co-workers. Works cooperatively in group situations. Works actively to resolve conflicts.
• Customer Service: Displays courtesy and sensitivity. Manages difficult or challenging customer situations. Meets commitments. Responds promptly to customer needs. Solicits customer feedback to improve service.
• Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Displays commitment to excellence. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Applies feedback to improve performance. Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Use of Technology: Demonstrates required skills. Adapts to new technologies. Troubleshoots technological problems. Uses technology to increase productivity. Keeps technical skills up to date.

NOTE: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age.

The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories

Support Staff > Accounting/Bookkeeping

Contact Information

• Althea Walker
• 901 East Kennedy Boulevard
• Tampa, Florida 33602
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]