School District Bookkeeper: Precise Finances & Compliance

The School District of Lee County; Cape Coral (FL); On-site; USD 43,944,000 - 45,254,000; Full time

Job summary

The School District of Lee County in Cape Coral, Florida is seeking a Bookkeeper to manage financial transactions, maintain records, and prepare statements for district offices and departments. The role supports budgeting, procurement, and internal audit functions while ensuring compliance with district policies.

Starting as a full-time, 8-hour position with 216 days annually, compensation begins at $18.46 per hour, with potential increases based on relevant education and experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of experience in a business-related field.
• Associates Degree in a business-related field (preferred).
• Four (4) years of accounting and bookkeeping experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Apply District policies and procedures in all financial transactions.
• Maintain a complete and systematic set of records of all financial transactions of the school/department.
• Record details of financial transactions in journals and subsidiary ledgers from requisitions, payroll records, etc.
• Summarize and balance entries in journals, computer systems, and ledgers.
• Prepare financial statements, income statements, and cost reports for the school and departments.
• Trace errors and record adjustments.
• Compute and record cash receipt summaries.
• Handle banking transactions and perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• Collaborate with Budget, Procurement Services, Financial Accounting, and Internal Audit.
• Create and monitor inventory orders of supplies and equipment for operation.
• Assist office staff to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Perform Medicaid administrative claims reimbursable activities as directed per SDAC Guide.

Skills

Recordkeeping

Bank Reconciliations

Financial Statements

Journal Entries

Budget Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Associates Degree

Four years accounting experience

Job description

The School District of Lee County in Cape Coral, Florida is seeking a Bookkeeper to manage financial transactions, maintain records, and prepare statements for district offices and departments. The role supports budgeting, procurement, and internal audit functions while ensuring compliance with district policies.

Starting as a full-time, 8-hour position with 216 days annually, compensation begins at $18.46 per hour, with potential increases based on relevant education and experience.