School Bookkeeper (203) (Anticipated Vacancy 2026-2027)

Thank you for your interest in our School Bookkeeper 203 position.

Job Summary

The School Bookkeeper 203 is a vital and supportive member of the PCSD team working collaboratively with educators, support staff, and administration to achieve the shared goal of ensuring all students receive the education they need to succeed both today and tomorrow. This role is performed within a school environment overseen by the school principal, where teamwork and dedication to student success are paramount.

All staff are expected to fully adhere to the ethical standards set forth by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission continuously demonstrating a strong understanding of the tasks and responsibilities their roles require. Moreover, they must embody the core belief that every action we take is driven by a commitment to the best interests of our students.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: School Bookkeeper &ndash 205 Salary Schedule: PCSD Classified Department: School Job Code: 242501 Reports To: Principal Work Schedule: 205 Days, 8 hr.

Primary Function:

• Demonstrated knowledge of bookkeeping procedures.
• Ability to operate a computer and assigned software.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.

Working Conditions:

Physical Demands:

• School Office Environment
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
• Constant interruptions
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone
• Seeing to read a variety of materials
• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials

Qualifications:

• Minimum of high school diploma or GED
• Business or Technical Training preferred
• Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment

The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

Essential Functions:

• Maintain all financial records of cash disbursements
• Receive count records and deposit all money collected
• Make school deposits and reconcile bank statements
• Verify vendor invoices
• Route all check requests and purchase requisitions to principal for approval
• Enter school purchase requisitions
• Write and post checks to all financial records
• Perform a daily balance routine on cash journals
• Perform a monthly balance routine on the cash journal and each fund statement
• Submit monthly financial statements and reports to District Office
• Maintain data statistics and other information and prepare reports as required
• Assist in maintaining efficient office operations by providing clerical relief whenever and wherever needed
• Interact effectively with the general public, staff members, students, teachers, parents, and administrators using tact and good judgment
• Follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable, and punctual manner
• Participate in training programs to improve individual skills and proficiency related to the assignment
• Ensure adherence to good safety procedures
• Follow federal and state laws as well as School Board policies
• Perform other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designee

Applicants will be selected for interview. Please do not contact local schools.

It is the policy of the Paulding County School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program activity or service.

Vacancies posted for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days. Emergency vacancies posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days.

The Paulding County School District uses the E-Verify system to verify eligibility for employment in the United States.