K-12 School Finance Specialist

Wake-County-Public-School-System; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Public School System seeks a detail-oriented School Bookkeeper to manage advanced clerical and bookkeeping tasks in K-12 schools. The role includes maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and supporting budget development under the supervision of the school principal.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED with at least two years of bookkeeping experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Apps. Strong organization and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; AND two years bookkeeping/accounting experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Apps.
• Ability to interpret and prepare financial reports and statements.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills; maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Maintain complete and systematic records of all financial transactions per policy.
• Analyze and reconcile budget reports and assist in budget development.
• Prepare complex financial correspondence for principal’s signature.
• Process purchases, purchase orders, and vendor payments with proper budget codes.
• Track and reconcile expenditures and funds using Oracle.
• Support auditing and district-level financial reviews.
• Train backup bookkeeper to cover absences.
• Respond to staff/parent inquiries regarding financial policies.

Skills

Bookkeeping

MS Office

Google Apps

Organizational skills

Financial statements

Reports & correspondence

Confidentiality

Customer service

Policy knowledge

Independent judgment

Communication

Problem solving

Medication support

Relationship building

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years bookkeeping/accounting experience

Equivalent education/experience

Associates degree in business/accounting (preferred)

Tools

Oracle

Job description

Wake County Public School System seeks a detail-oriented School Bookkeeper to manage advanced clerical and bookkeeping tasks in K-12 schools. The role includes maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and supporting budget development under the supervision of the school principal.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED with at least two years of bookkeeping experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Apps. Strong organization and confidentiality are essential.