Bookkeeper – High School

Job Summary

The Bookkeeper is responsible for overseeing Horizon High School’s financial operations, including managing purchasing card transactions, reconciling accounts, tracking cash, preparing bank deposits, processing payables, monitoring budgets, and ensuring compliance with district policies. This role provides essential support to staff, students, parents, vendors, and district personnel while maintaining accurate financial records.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Manage school financial operations: p-cards, ordering, accounts receivable/payable, cash boxes, deposits, journal entries, and vendor contracts.

2. Monitor and reconcile the school budget, prepare reports, attend budget meetings, and adjust accounts as needed.

3. Provide financial customer service to students, staff, parents, and vendors.

4. Prepare invoices, refunds, and student account billings.

5. Maintain records of financial and fundraising transactions.

6. May assist with payroll data entry, time/attendance tracking, and personnel changes.

7. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree in accounting preferred.

• Experience:

  • 4+ years of clerical experience.

  • 2+ years of bookkeeping/accounting experience.

  • Student information system experience preferred.

• Other: Business/accounting coursework preferred.

• License/Certification: Criminal background check required.

Budget & Resource Responsibility

• Manage, reconcile, and monitor the school’s budget and accounts (general, athletic, pupil, mill levy, and grant funds).

• Prepare deposits, reconcile cash, and oversee journal entries.

• May train and supervise CTE students.

Application Information

Applicants (internal and external) must include all relevant work history with job titles and duties. Applications are screened by HR to verify qualifications. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification.

Salary Information

• All classified employees are paid hourly.

• Newly hired classified employees start at Step 1 of the salary schedule.

• Placement up to Step 8 possible depending on experience.

• See Classified Salary Schedule and Classified Master Agreement for details.

Benefits Information

Adams 12 Five Star Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• PERA, 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) retirement plans

• Employee Assistance Program

• Voluntary life insurance

• Other wellness and support programs

For more, see the district’s Benefits Overview.

About Adams 12 Five Star Schools

We are committed to excellence, equity, and inclusion for all students. Our mission is to elevate student success every day, in every classroom. Candidates who bring diverse perspectives and experiences are encouraged to apply.

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