SCHOOL BOOKKEEPER/CLERICAL

Hinds County School District; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a Bookkeeper / School Clerical to ensure smooth operation at Terry High School. The ideal candidate has a minimum high school education and possesses further training in secretarial skills. Responsibilities include managing correspondence, handling phone calls, and maintaining accurate financial records. Strong public relations skills and the ability to multitask are essential. This role provides an excellent opportunity to contribute positively to the school environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school education with further training in secretarial skills.
• Some bookkeeping experience preferred.
• Strong public relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Types correspondence including memoranda, letters, and reports.
• Answers and directs telephone calls.
• Maintains proper bookkeeping for all accounts.

Skills

Public relations skills

Proficiency in typing

Word processing skills

Oral and written communication

Loyalty and discretion

Ability to handle multiple office assignments

Education

Minimum high school education

Further training in secretarial skills

Job description

BOOKKEEPER / SCHOOL CLERICAL

Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/Bookkeeper

Location: Terry High School

Date Posted: 5/1/2023

Qualifications

• Minimum high school education with further training in secretarial skills
• Some bookkeeping experience preferred
• Strong public relations skills
• Ability to handle multiple office assignments
• Proficiency in typing
• Computer and word processing skills
• Must demonstrate proficiency in word processing software
• Proficiency in oral and written communication
• Loyalty and discretion
• Proficient in the use of voicemail and email

Reports To

Principal

Job Summary

To ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the school.

Essential Functions

• Types correspondence including memoranda, letters, and reports.
• Answers and directs telephone calls from principals, teachers, parents, and the general public.
• Responds to complaints and requests for information.
• Receipts and counts all monies received by office.
• Maintains proper bookkeeping for all accounts.
• Requisitions supplies and materials; maintains inventory of supplies and materials.
• Prepares, files, and records documents related to purchases for assigned area of responsibility.
• Processes incoming requests for information and assistance.
• Maintains accurate and complete records and reports.
• Operates a variety of office equipment including photocopier, facsimile machine, and computer.
• Collects and prepares payroll information.
• Processes forms and internal paperwork.
• Types and copies forms, reports and other documents.
• Prepares special reports related to assigned area of responsibility.
• Coordinates activities with other departments, schools, the public, and outside agencies.
• Exhibits professionalism in all on-the-job interactions.
• Inputs and retrieves data and text, including STI and MSIS data as assigned.
• Organizes and maintains disk storage and filing.
• Performs other related duties as requested or assigned.
• Assists in the fostering and promotion of a positive school climate.
• Maintains a professional demeanor during all interactions between colleagues, parents, students and administration.