K-12 School Finance Bookkeeper

The School District of Lee County; Lehigh Acres (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The School District of Lee County Amanecer Elementary - Lehigh Acres, Florida seeks a Bookkeeper to manage financial transactions and maintain records for the school/department. The role requires applying district policies and ensuring accurate ledgers and reports.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and two years in a business-related field; an Associate's degree is preferred, with four years of bookkeeping experience ideal.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of experience in a business-related field required.
• Associates degree preferred; four years of accounting/bookkeeping experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply district policies and procedures in all financial transactions.
• Maintain complete records of all financial transactions for the school/department.
• Record details of financial transactions in journals and ledgers from sources such as requisitions and payroll.
• Summarize and balance entries in journals, computer systems, and ledgers.
• Prepare financial statements, income statements, and cost reports reflecting financial condition.
• Trace errors and record adjustments; compute and record cash receipts.
• Handle banking transactions and perform monthly reconciliations.
• Collaborate with Budget, Procurement, Financial Accounting, and Internal Audit.
• Create and monitor inventory of supplies and equipment for operations.
• Assist office staff to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Perform Medicaid administrative claims reimbursable activities as directed.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Mathematical skills

Customer service

Education

High School diploma

Associates Degree in business

Job description

The School District of Lee County Amanecer Elementary - Lehigh Acres, Florida seeks a Bookkeeper to manage financial transactions and maintain records for the school/department. The role requires applying district policies and ensuring accurate ledgers and reports.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and two years in a business-related field; an Associate's degree is preferred, with four years of bookkeeping experience ideal.