Business Office Bookkeeper

Location: Ferris

Position Type:

Secretarial/Clerical/Bookkeeper

Date Posted:

6/11/2026

Location:

Ferris Administration Building

Closing Date:

07/31/2026

 Additional Information:
Show/Hide

Job Title:

Bookkeeper

Exemption Status/Test:
Nonexempt

Reports to:

CFO

Dept./School: FISD Administration

Primary

Purpose:

Perform general bookkeeping and maintain district financial records.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Knowledge of bookkeeping principles and practices

Proficient in keyboarding, 10-key numerical data entry, and file maintenance

Ability to use software to develop or maintain spreadsheets and do word processing

Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records

Ability to work with numbers in an accurate and rapid manner to meet established deadlines

Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

3 years bookkeeping experience preferred

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

Accounting

* Maintain complete and systematic records of district financial transactions according to established procedures and generally accepted accounting principles.

* Process and account for all money generated and distributed, including receipt of cash and preparing and making cash deposits.

* Maintain inventory of fixed assets, equipment, and supplies.

Records

* Prepare monthly and other periodic financial reports.

* Assist with budget preparation.

* Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.

Other

* Maintain confidentiality.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:
Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture:
Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:
Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting:
Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment:
May work prolonged or irregular hours

Mental Demands:
Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress