School Secretary II - Bookkeeper

School Secretary II – Bookkeeper

Clayton County Public Schools ARNOLD ELEMENTARY – Jonesboro, Georgia

Under general supervision, performs school-level bookkeeping, record keeping, accounting, administrative and clerical functions at assigned school (elementary, middle and high). Generates and maintains accurate and complete financial records of all school-level funds.

• Maintain the school bank account, including monthly balancing; verify and process school funds, make bank deposits, reconcile bank statements, and assemble required financial documentation and monthly reports for the school.
• Perform all accounts payable and receivable transactions for the school: issue checks, prepare purchase orders, process approved purchases, record expenditures, and maintain supporting documentation; subject to monthly and yearly audits.
• Handle administrative functions including attendance, payroll submission, leave reporting, substitutes, etc.; serve as liaison to the central office for insurance matters, workers’ compensation claims, FMLA, personnel changes, etc.
• Maintain accurate and updated school inventory and staff personnel records; prepare and process work orders as needed; submit year‑end reports to the Finance Department.
• Perform other clerical duties as needed and act as a backup for the receptionist.

• High School diploma or GED certificate required.
• A minimum of three (3) years of accounting/bookkeeping/payroll experience; computer knowledge and experience required. Formal training in office practices preferred.
• Make independent administrative decisions affecting internal operations of the school.
• Utilize technology (spreadsheets, word processing, database management) to improve departmental effectiveness.
• Light duty in a normal office setting; usually sitting at a desk or table, occasionally standing or stooping.

NOTE:

This is a grade 19, 225‑day position that pays for experience up to a Step 4.

Position Type: FULL TIME

Salary: $20.32 to $22.02 Per Hour