School Bookkeeper: Payroll, Budget & Procurement

DeKalb County School District; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County School District in Decatur, Georgia, is seeking a Bookkeeper to maintain accurate financial records, handle accounts payable and receivable, process payroll, and monitor budgets. The role requires collaboration with staff and strong communication.

Essential duties include payroll administration, budgeting, procurement coordination, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws, with opportunities to improve tools and processes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 3–6 years of related experience, or an associate degree with 1–4 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer payroll functions, including collecting information and processing statements.
• Oversee budgeting, accounting, school funds, and financial reporting.
• Coordinate procurement: requisitions, purchase orders, quotes, and supplies.
• Maintain and analyze budget accounts to ensure accuracy.
• Serve as a liaison for HR requests, attendance protocols, and bookkeeping.
• Administer attendance systems to meet district expectations.
• Provide administrative support for school activities.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Participate in projects to develop new tools or processes.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Payroll administration

Budget management

Procurement coordination

Accounts payable/receivable

Budget analysis

HR liaison

Attendance system maintenance

Administrative support

Regulatory compliance

Process improvement

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration/Education

Job description

DeKalb County School District in Decatur, Georgia, is seeking a Bookkeeper to maintain accurate financial records, handle accounts payable and receivable, process payroll, and monitor budgets. The role requires collaboration with staff and strong communication.

Essential duties include payroll administration, budgeting, procurement coordination, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws, with opportunities to improve tools and processes.