Senior School Bookkeeper & Budget Support

PowerSchool; New Jersey; On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Mcclure Middle School seeks a clerical financial specialist to maintain financial records and manage school funds. The role supports daily financial transactions, deposits, invoices, and budget processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with district procedures.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED and 3–5 years of financial or bookkeeping experience, plus strong communication skills and Excel proficiency. This is a monthly-paid position under the local pay schedule.

Qualifications

• Educational level and experience align with local school financial operations.
• Proficiency in written and oral communication.
• Familiarity with basic accounting and office software.

Responsibilities

• Maintains all financial transactions and records in accordance with SOPs and policies.
• Collects and deposits funds from various school-related sources and posts receipts.
• Verifies and pays vendor invoices within terms.
• Routes purchase requests for approval and ensures funds are available.
• Processes monthly purchase card transactions and online orders.
• Submits monthly financial reports and district payments on deadlines.
• Assists with budget development alongside Principal and backup staff.
• Mentors temporary staff in bookkeeping duties as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by administrator.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Budget awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Job description

Mcclure Middle School seeks a clerical financial specialist to maintain financial records and manage school funds. The role supports daily financial transactions, deposits, invoices, and budget processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with district procedures.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED and 3–5 years of financial or bookkeeping experience, plus strong communication skills and Excel proficiency. This is a monthly-paid position under the local pay schedule.