Administrative Assistant - School of Innovation

Cherokee County Schools•Murphy, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Administrative Assistant for the School of Innovation will provide general support to visitors, manage student information, handle school accounting, and act as a point of contact for purchasing and money collections. This role requires strong organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to handle confidential material.

Requirements

Two-year degree in Business or Accounting preferred
Strong Verbal and Written Communication Skills
Internet Processing Capabilities
Organizational and time management skills
Proficient use of Microsoft products, including Word and Excel
Sensitive to confidential material

Nice To Haves

Prior work experience in an office setting

Responsibilities

Answer and direct phone calls
Keep student information in the Power School application up to date
Provide general support to visitors
Use financial software LINQ and EPES for school accounting
Prepare school Purchase Orders
Prepare regularly scheduled financial reports
Develop and maintain a filing system
Update and maintain office policies and procedures
Order office supplies and research new suppliers that may offer better price points
Monitor school allotment budgets to fully utilize allocations without overspending
Submit and reconcile expense reports on a monthly basis
Act as the point of contact for purchasing (accounts payable) and money collections (accounts receivable)
Process deposits and check writing
Maintain records of school orders and inventory and follow up with vendors on shipment and delivery
Report to the principal to handle requests and queries relating to school business
Report to the district finance officer relating to school finance