K-12 School Bookkeeper & Budget Controller

Wake-County-Public-School-System; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Public School System seeks an organized school bookkeeper to perform advanced clerical and bookkeeping duties for K-12 schools. You will analyze fiscal records, reconcile accounts, and prepare reports under the supervision of the principal, with audits ensuring accuracy.

The role requires two years of bookkeeping experience and strong MS Office/Google Apps skills; bilingual abilities are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; two years bookkeeping/accounting experience preferred.
• Associate degree in business or accounting is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Apps.
• Experience maintaining confidential records and preparing financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Maintain complete set of financial records for school transactions and reconcile accounts monthly.
• Analyze and verify school budget reports to ensure funds are used in compliance with regulations.
• Prepare complex financial correspondence and assist with budget development.
• Process payments, purchase orders, contracts, and transactions with proper documentation and codes.
• Reconcile bank accounts, Oracle data, and online payment software; assist in audits.
• Train backup bookkeeper for Fund 6 duties and respond to staff inquiries on policies.

Skills

Bookkeeping/Accounting

MS Office

Google Apps

Record keeping

Financial reporting

Confidentiality

Customer service

Independent judgment

Communication skills

Organization

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in business/accounting

Tools

Oracle

Job description

Wake County Public School System seeks an organized school bookkeeper to perform advanced clerical and bookkeeping duties for K-12 schools. You will analyze fiscal records, reconcile accounts, and prepare reports under the supervision of the principal, with audits ensuring accuracy.

The role requires two years of bookkeeping experience and strong MS Office/Google Apps skills; bilingual abilities are a plus.