School Bookkeeper & Financial Administrator

HABERSHAM COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT; Cornelia (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

HABERSHAM COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT in Georgia is seeking a Bookkeeper for an Elementary School to maintain accurate financial records and advise the Principal on all accounting activity.

The role requires managing school and county funds, using School Funds Online and related software, and ensuring confidentiality of student and personnel information. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of office management and related functions.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to create and maintain organized workspace and record keeping.
• Ability to multi-task and maintain confidentiality of student and personnel information.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to assigned work schedule and attendance requirements.
• Provide daily administrative support by performing school bookkeeping functions and clerical duties.
• Advise School Principal of ongoing financial activity of all school accounts.
• Communicate effectively with administration, teachers and staff on financial matters.
• Receive, collect, disburse and manage school and county funds per policies and guidelines.
• Process transactions in School Funds Online and SSUI county level software.
• Enter school level requisitions and process purchase orders; check deliveries.
• Review and prepare payroll-related documents for accuracy and compliance.
• Guide students and sponsors on finance-related procedures and regulations.
• Coordinate and report monies for extracurricular activities and events.

Skills

Office management

Written & oral communication

Record keeping

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Office

Data management

System security

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Cooperative attitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates or higher preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

School Funds Online

SSUI county level financial software

Job description

HABERSHAM COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT in Georgia is seeking a Bookkeeper for an Elementary School to maintain accurate financial records and advise the Principal on all accounting activity.

The role requires managing school and county funds, using School Funds Online and related software, and ensuring confidentiality of student and personnel information. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.