Bookkeeper - Wenonah High School

Alabama State Department of Education; Duncan (AL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Alabama State Department of Education has a Bookkeeper position at Wenonah High School. This role provides clerical, financial, and administrative support under the principal, handling bookkeeping and recordkeeping to ensure accurate student and financial records.

The position requires an associate degree or equivalent clerical experience, with a 12-month schedule and a classified salary range. The role is exempt and involves confidentiality and timely duties in a school setting.

Qualifications

• Associates degree preferred or three years of clerical experience.
• Reading and writing ability required at a level suitable for the position.
• Note: private sector experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a complete and systematic set of records for all financial transactions of the school.
• Record and process all school financial transactions in the computerized accounting system.
• Enter requisitions for all school-related purchases and process cash disbursements
• Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable and prepares monthly financial statements.
• Record daily cash receipts and prepares timely bank deposits.
• Reconcile monthly bank statements and resolve discrepancies as needed.
• Research accounting errors and process adjustments to correct charges or credits.
• Assist with inventory management by maintaining inventory records and counts.
• Ensure financial records are complete and compliant with policies.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Recordkeeping

Secretarial work

Education

Associates degree preferred or 3 years clerical experience

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

JOB TITLE:

Bookkeeper

REPORTS TO:

Principal

WORK DAYS:

12 Months (240 days)

SALARY:

Classified Schedule C1 - 1

($40,785 - $55,097)

LOCATION:

Wenonah High School

FLSA Status:

EXEMPT

NON EXEMPT X

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Bookkeeper provides clerical, financial, and administrative support to ensure the efficient operation of the school office. Under the direction of the principal, this position performs bookkeeping, recordkeeping, and office support functions while maintaining accurate financial and student records. The Bookkeeper works closely with students, parents, staff, and district personnel, ensuring confidentiality, accuracy, and timely completion of assigned duties.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain a complete and systematic set of records for all financial transactions of the school.
• Record and process all school financial transactions in the computerized accounting system.
• Enter requisitions for all school-related purchases and process cash disbursements in accordance with Board policies and procedures.
• Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable and prepares monthly financial statements.
• Record daily cash receipts and prepares timely bank deposits.
• Reconcile monthly bank statements and resolves discrepancies as needed.
• Research accounting errors and process necessary adjustments to correct charges or credits posted to incorrect accounts.
• Assist with inventory management by maintaining accurate inventory records and supporting periodic inventory counts.
• Ensure financial records and supporting documentation are complete, accurate, and maintained in compliance with Board policies, procedures, and applicable record retention requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates degree preferred or three (3) years of experience in general secretarial and clerical work..
• Sufficient formal and/or informal training to provide the ability to read and write at a level consistent with the requirements of the position.

SUCH ALTERNATIVES TO THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS AS THE BOARD MAY REQUIRE.

NOTE: Employment experience gained in the private employment sector may be considered for this position.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Completed Application (HireTrue)
• Resume (uploaded to application)
• Three (3) returned References (HireTrue)

*PLEASE ENSURE ALL INFORMATION IS CURRENT WITHIN A 6 MONTH PERIOD*

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity are required to perform job responsibilities.

REVISED:

July 2026

Please Note:

All candidates must submit to a background check (https://fieldprintalabama.com/individuals). Employment is contingent upon candidate meeting suitability criteria as established by Alabama State Department of Education. The Birmingham Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. Employees of the District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments. Birmingham Board of Education is required by state law to verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees by using the federal E-Verify program. New employees are required to provide a Social Security number, an unexpired identity document that contains a photograph, and other acceptable documents that establish employment eligibility. In addition to determining whether a new hire is authorized to work in the United States, E-Verify will confirm that the employee's name and Social Security number match.