Business Office Secretary

Business Office Secretary

The Business Office Secretary performs a broad range of financial, accounting, tax management, in support of the District's business operations. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing bank accounts and reconciliations, supporting tax collection and reporting processes, administering scholarship and rental accounts, assisting with payroll and benefits accounting, and providing administrative support to various district departments. The position requires a high level of accuracy, confidentiality, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

Essential Functions:

• Financial Management
• Tax Administration
• Administrative Support

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of accounting principles, governmental accounting, and financial recordkeeping.
• Ability to perform complex reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records.
• Knowledge of tax collection, billing, reporting, and reconciliation processes.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, and financial software applications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with staff, taxpayers, government agencies, vendors, and community members.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Strong customer service orientation and attention to detail.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:

Primarily an office environment. Frequent use of computers and standard office equipment. Occasional attendance at meetings outside of normal working hours. Ability to work under deadlines with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.

Qualification Profile Preferred:
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. Experience in public school finance, governmental accounting, or municipal finance. Experience with CSIU Financial Information System (FIS), eTaxTrax, Primero Edge, Power School, Board Docs, and Transfinder. Knowledge of Pennsylvania school district financial and tax procedures. Halifax Area School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all federal and state employment regulations.