Elementary School Bookkeeper - Detail‑Driven 12‑Month Role

DeKalb County School District; Georgia; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County School District is seeking a meticulous Bookkeeper for John Lewis Elementary School to manage daily financial transactions, maintain records, and support accounting principles. Proficiency with MS Office and strong organizational skills are essential.

The role includes budgeting, payroll support, and ensuring accuracy across school funds, with collaboration across finance and staff to meet reporting deadlines and audits.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and highly motivated candidate with strong organizational abilities.
• Experience with basic cash-based or accrual-based accounting principles.
• Ability to verify, post and reconcile financial transactions and support multiple budgets.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and financial reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Verify and post business transactions; monitor budgets, payroll, and purchases.
• Reconcile general fund accounts and prepare reports for auditing.
• Process deposits and payments for club and sponsor accounts; handle check requests.
• Oversee multiple Title I budgets and produce relevant financial statistics.
• Assist payroll/attendance inquiries and liaise with Finance for compliance.
• Coordinate substitute teacher scheduling; manage timesheets.
• Maintain receipt books and ensure proper recording of receipts.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent (accounting)

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

DeKalb County School District is seeking a meticulous Bookkeeper for John Lewis Elementary School to manage daily financial transactions, maintain records, and support accounting principles. Proficiency with MS Office and strong organizational skills are essential.

The role includes budgeting, payroll support, and ensuring accuracy across school funds, with collaboration across finance and staff to meet reporting deadlines and audits.