School Financial & Payroll Specialist

Atchisoncounty; Tarkio (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12-month position

Health insurance

Vacation days

Sick days

Free membership to the TAC

Job summary

Tarkio R-I School District is seeking a dependable School Bookkeeper to handle payroll, accounts payable, budgeting, and audit coordination. The role also includes managing teacher contracts, benefits, and personnel records in a structured 12‑month setting.

Strong organizational and computer skills are essential to maintain the school information system and support diverse financial tasks. Health insurance and vacation/sick days are offered, with compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Solid computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Responsibilities

• Monthly payroll processing.
• Accounts payable and financial recordkeeping.
• Budget preparation, tracking, and reporting.
• Coordination of the annual school audit.
• Preparation and maintenance of teacher contracts.
• Management of employee insurance and benefits.
• Maintenance of personnel records.
• Recording and maintaining board minutes.
• Maintaining and utilizing the school information system.
• Assisting with other financial and administrative duties as needed.

Skills

Computer skills

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Tools

School information system

Job description

Tarkio R-I School District is seeking a dependable School Bookkeeper to handle payroll, accounts payable, budgeting, and audit coordination. The role also includes managing teacher contracts, benefits, and personnel records in a structured 12‑month setting.

Strong organizational and computer skills are essential to maintain the school information system and support diverse financial tasks. Health insurance and vacation/sick days are offered, with compensation based on experience.