School District Finance Clerk: Ledger & Reconciliation

Maine Township High School District 207; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Paid term life insurance

17 paid holidays

Job summary

Maine Township High School District 207 is seeking a detail-oriented accounting support professional to assist the Assistant Superintendent of Business and Director of Fiscal Services in managing the district's fiscal affairs. You will ensure accurate general ledger maintenance, perform bank reconciliations, and support confidential financial reporting.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the township treasurer, managing vendor and insurance records, and ensuring 1099 compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field; 2–5 years in public school accounting preferred.
• Maintains professional competence through staff training and development.
• Evidence of competence in accounting and financial procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger, reconciling with payroll, accounts payable, township treasurer, and book journal entries.
• Assist in confidential financial reports and communications.
• Coordinate monthly activity with township treasurer and bank reconciliations.
• Record bookstore receipts and deposits with managers.
• Perform bank reconciliations and fund transfers.
• Manage requests for Certificates of Insurance.

Skills

Integrity & confidentiality

Professionalism

Communication

Organization

Technical proficiency

Problem solving

Work ethic

Adaptability

Customer service

Additional qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Public school accounting experience preferred

Professional development/CPD

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Excel

Accounting/enterprise systems

Job description

Maine Township High School District 207 is seeking a detail-oriented accounting support professional to assist the Assistant Superintendent of Business and Director of Fiscal Services in managing the district's fiscal affairs. You will ensure accurate general ledger maintenance, perform bank reconciliations, and support confidential financial reporting.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the township treasurer, managing vendor and insurance records, and ensuring 1099 compliance.