Clerical II: Front Office & Bookkeeping (School-Based)

DPSCD Comp; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

The Detroit Public Schools Community District is seeking a Clerical Series Level II at Bates Academy to support front office operations, greet visitors, and assist with enrollment and clerical tasks daily.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, bookkeeping experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office; QuickBooks experience is a plus. It is a school-based, on-site position with benefits eligibility.

Qualifications

• Candidate must possess a High School Diploma or GED Certificate.
• One or more years of accounting coursework helpful.
• One to two years related bookkeeping experience; familiar with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access) and QuickBooks.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills with the ability to organize and prioritize deadlines.
• Accountability, accuracy, integrity and clarity in communications.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to go above and beyond to contribute to a dynamic team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain supporting documentation for cash receipts and disbursements.
• Maintain timely and accurate general ledgers and/or trial balances and perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate records and files for office and bookstore operations.
• Perform other clerical duties as assigned.
• Monitor procurement using the District's e-procurement system, including creating requisitions, receiving goods and following up on purchase orders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Access

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization

Analytical thinking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

QuickBooks

Job description

The Detroit Public Schools Community District is seeking a Clerical Series Level II at Bates Academy to support front office operations, greet visitors, and assist with enrollment and clerical tasks daily.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, bookkeeping experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office; QuickBooks experience is a plus. It is a school-based, on-site position with benefits eligibility.