School Bookkeeper: Finances & Journal Entries

Griffin-Spalding County School System; Griffin (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Griffin-Spalding County School System is seeking a bookkeeping professional to assist in the administration of the district's business affairs and provide accurate accounting for financial resources. Responsibilities include maintaining records, preparing journal entries, handling receipts and disbursements, reconciling ledgers, and supporting GHSA reporting.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and at least two years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, with strong ethics and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of work experience in bookkeeping, accounting or banking.
• Associates degree or other formal post-secondary education preferred.
• Direct work experience with journal entries and reconciliations in a school setting is a plus.
• Strong ethical standards and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Reports to the principal regarding the financial condition of school activity accounts.
• Maintains records of all school financial transactions.
• Prepares journal entries for proper accounting of school financial records.
• Handles receipting of monies and prepares disbursements with proper documentation.
• Researches outstanding checks and reconciles the school bank statement and general ledger.
• Submits financial reports to the Finance Department and assists GHSA reporting.

Skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Customer service

Multitasking

Mathematical problem solving

Attention to detail

Punctual attendance

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree

Job description

The Griffin-Spalding County School System is seeking a bookkeeping professional to assist in the administration of the district's business affairs and provide accurate accounting for financial resources. Responsibilities include maintaining records, preparing journal entries, handling receipts and disbursements, reconciling ledgers, and supporting GHSA reporting.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and at least two years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, with strong ethics and