School Finance & Bookkeeping Specialist On Site

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is seeking an Intermediate Clerk/Bookkeeper to manage accounting records for the school district. You will oversee cash management, expenditures, and revenue, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and district rules.

Your duties include coordinating budget development, processing payments, and preparing journal entries and reports for fiscal management. Strong analytical and customer service skills are essential, with on‑site attendance required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in accounting or business.
• Two years accounting or bookkeeping experience preferred.
• Knowledge of standard accounting practices for cash management, revenue and expenses.
• Ability to interpret financial statements and prepare reports.

Responsibilities

• Maintain complete, systematic records of all financial transactions.
• Review and reconcile accounts and budget reports monthly.
• Assist in budget development and district audits.
• Process payments, purchase orders, and travel requests with proper approvals.
• Prepare invoices and maintain accounts payable files.
• Perform payroll duties as assigned and support staff training.
• Respond to staff and parent inquiries regarding financial policies.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Financial reporting

Record keeping

Budgeting

Data entry

Communication

Confidentiality

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Associate's degree

Accounting coursework

Tools

Excel

Word processing

Databases

Job description

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is seeking an Intermediate Clerk/Bookkeeper to manage accounting records for the school district. You will oversee cash management, expenditures, and revenue, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and district rules.

Your duties include coordinating budget development, processing payments, and preparing journal entries and reports for fiscal management. Strong analytical and customer service skills are essential, with on‑site attendance required.