Experienced School District Bookkeeper

DeKalb County School District; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County School District is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to manage payroll processing, post and reconcile financial transactions, and prepare routine financial reports for district operations.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma with substantial related experience; an associate degree is preferred. The role may involve front office duties and collaboration with procurement to stay within budget, with opportunities to suggest improvements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 6 years of related experience required.
• Associate degree preferred with 4 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll processing with daily input and weekly timesheets.
• Verify, allocate, and post business transactions to subsidiary accounts.
• Reconcile and balance bank statements and financial records for accuracy.
• Compile reports showing cash receipts/expenditures, payables/receivables, and profit/loss.
• Coordinate procurement of supplies/equipment within budgets.
• Perform bookkeeping duties and manage funds for school safety or medical personnel when applicable.
• Handle front office tasks as needed for efficient operations.
• Suggest process improvements and implement effective solutions.

Skills

Payroll processing

Bank reconciliation

Financial reporting

Office administration

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Job description

DeKalb County School District is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to manage payroll processing, post and reconcile financial transactions, and prepare routine financial reports for district operations.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma with substantial related experience; an associate degree is preferred. The role may involve front office duties and collaboration with procurement to stay within budget, with opportunities to suggest improvements.