School Bookkeeper & Administrative Coordinator

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Alabama; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery Public Schools is seeking an accounting professional to support budget control and financial administration for school funds. This role covers bookkeeping, accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, and related financial functions.

The ideal candidate will have strong double-entry accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate clearly with staff and stakeholders. Experience with McAleer/NextGen systems is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; Associate’s degree or higher preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of double-entry accounting and bookkeeping.
• Ability to meet suitability criteria under Alabama Child Protection Act.
• Proficiency in oral and written communication.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently with accuracy and deadlines.
• Knowledge of computer networks, data entry and bookkeeping procedures.
• Experience with McAleer, NextGen or similar school software.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates support for the school system and its goals.
• Performs duties in a courteous, professional manner.
• Maintains records of all financial transactions in accordance with GAAP.
• Monitors account balances and ensures expenditures stay within budget.
• Prepares financial statements, income statements, and cost reports.
• Performs accounts payable duties including PO issuance and invoice coding.
• Prepares and submits bank deposits daily.
• Maintains confidentiality and high ethical standards.
• Works collaboratively as part of a team.

Skills

Double-entry accounting

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Data entry and reporting

Education

High School diploma or GED; Associate’s degree or higher preferred

Tools

McAleer

NextGen

School/system software

Job description

Montgomery Public Schools is seeking an accounting professional to support budget control and financial administration for school funds. This role covers bookkeeping, accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, and related financial functions.

The ideal candidate will have strong double-entry accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate clearly with staff and stakeholders. Experience with McAleer/NextGen systems is a plus.