What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bookkeeper - School Level position at Franklin County Schools?
- Compiles financial information related to school site (e.g. accounts payable/receivables, collecting, verifying, depositing all moneys collected, and write receipts).
- Maintains financial records related to student activities and/or events (e.g. ticket sales, yearbooks, dances, fundraisers, club activities, student projects, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring completeness and availability of records and compliance with district policy and state and other guidelines.
- Monitors financial procedures with individuals responsible for school site financial operations (e.g. student activities, fundraisers, bookstore, Athletic Department, student clubs, etc.) for the purpose of providing services within established guidelines.
- Collects funds from all academic and athletic student events (e.g. ticket sales, yearbook purchases, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the accuracy and timely completion of transactions.
- Performs general clerical functions (e.g. answering telephone, distributing mail, packages, supplies, scheduling, copying, faxing, etc.) as needed.
- Provides all aspects of annual audit and pre-audit (registers, fundraiser summaries, copies of collection logs).
- Prepares written materials and electronic financial information (e.g. receipt report, student fees, gifts/donations, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing reference, conveying information, and complying with established financial, legal and/or administrative requirements.
- Processes financial information (e.g. all purchase orders, accounts payable, payments for officials/security for home athletic events, etc.) for the purpose of updating and distributing information, authorizing for action and/or complying with established accounting practices. Researches discrepancies of financial information and/or documentation for the purpose of ensuring the accuracy and adhering to established procedures prior to processing.
- Responds to inquiries and/or initiates requests for information (staff, administration, vendors, warehouse, District staff, etc.) regarding financial information for the purpose of providing information, direction, purchasing, and/or referral.
- Reconciles financial data for the purpose of maintaining accurate account balances and ensuring compliance with established accounting practices
- Performs other tasks as directed by the school principal