Bookkeeper

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE

Bookkeeper

SCHOOL / DEPARTMENT

Assigned school

SALARY

Salary Grade 59 - Elementary School

Salary Grade 61 - Middle School

Salary Grade 63 - High School

Plus supplement

FLSA STATUS

Non-exempt

REPORTS TO

Chief Finance Officer and School Principal

SUPERVISES

None

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday - Friday

WORK HOURS

40

NUMBER OF MONTHS PER YEAR

12

POSITION PURPOSE :

The School Bookkeeper is responsible for financial accounting and specialized clerical work, including the presentation of the financial position of the school through clerical maintenance.

processing of records and documents, and the appropriate training of staff, as necessary.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Advanced knowledge of accounting procedures and budget analysis
• Advanced ability to create computer spreadsheets and reports
• Thorough knowledge of bookkeeping terminology, methods, procedures, and equipment
• Thorough knowledge of standard office procedures, practices, and equipment
• General knowledge of accounting principles and related data processing equipment
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions
• Ability to establish and follow detailed work procedures
• Ability to post accounts and perform mathematical computations with speed and accuracy
• Advanced skill in using a variety of office machines and computer equipment, along with some typing ability
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

WORKING CONDITIONS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is considered light physical work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Employees in this position are required to work in indoor and outdoor environments and come into direct contact with OCS staff, students, and the public.

DISCLAIMER : The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.