What are the responsibilities and job description for the Local School Bookkeeper position at Madison Co?
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Associate degree in Accounting/Business or prior experience in Accounting/Business/Bookkeeping
2. Previous experience in computerized accounting systems
3. B.S. in Accounting/Business preferred
JOB GOAL:
Preparation of financial data and assists in the administration of the system's business affairs as it relates to local school accounting
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Maintains a complete and systematic set of records for all financial transactions of the system
2. Records details of school financial transactions on computerized accounting system
3. Responsible for maintenance of accounts payable, accounts receivable and monthly financial statements
4. Prepares deposits and makes daily deposits of cash
5. Reconciles monthly bank statements
6. Responsible for assistance in preparing annual school budget, including athletics and other school sponsored clubs
7. Responsible for athletic ticket sales and reconciliation reports
8. Prepares and maintains payroll records
9. Traces errors and records adjustments to correct charges or credits posted to incorrect accounts
10. Responsible for inventory control
11. Acts as support when secretary is unable to fulfill duties
12. Performs other related duties as assigned
DUTY DAYS: 240
Salary Range: According to Madison County Schools Salary Schedule. Actual salary will be determined by rank and experience. Current employees with questions regarding step placement on the salary schedule should contact the Personnel Department.
Additional Information: Please contact the school principal for any additional inquiries.
School Directory Link: https://www.mcssk12.org/our-district/school-directory
The State does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. Employees of the District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments.
Alabama school boards are required by state law to verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees by using the federal E-Verify program. New employees are required to provide a Social Security number, an unexpired identity document that contains a photograph, and other acceptable documents that establish employment eligibility. In addition to determining whether a new hire is authorized to work in the United States, E-Verify will confirm that the employee's name and Social Security number match.
