Accounting Clerk II-Bookkeeper (8.0 hrs/day) 2026-2027

Daviess County School District•Owensboro, KY

20h

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About The Position

To assure the effective operation of school financial matters.

Requirements

High School Diploma, G.E.D. certificate
Demonstrates and/or develops skills to effectively operate computer and experience with automated record-keeping systems.
Demonstrates and/or develops skills related to the position including accounting skills with at least two years of increasingly responsible record-keeping experience.
Must meet the requirements of a criminal record check as specified by Kentucky State Law.
Has met health requirements as specified in district personnel policy.
Such alternatives t the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
Advanced clerical accounting principles and techniques involved in financial record keeping, monitoring and control.
Estimating, projecting and extending financial and statistical data.
Preparation of financial statements and comprehensive accounting reports.
Applicable section fo Kentucky Administrative Regulations and other applicable laws, rules and regulations.
Oral and written communication skills.
Interpersonal Skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
Telephone techniques and etiquette.
Operation of a computer terminal and other office equipment.
Basic math.

Responsibilities

Perform complex and advanced-level accounting duties in the maintenance of assigned accounts.
Perform responsible record-keeping duties with a high degree of skill and accuracy.
Verify, balance and adjust accounts.
Process and record accounting transactions accurately.
Prepare financial statements, profit and loss statements and other technical financial reporting documents.
Learn, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures related to utility payments and food service accounting.
Operate office machines including computer equipment, personal computer, accounting software and peripherals.
Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately.
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships.
Meet schedules and time lines.
Work confidentially with discretion.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Complete work with many interruptions.
Type at an acceptable rate of speed.
Maintain records and prepare reports.
Train and provide work direction to others.
Maintains accurate records: Makes journal entries to transfer monies to appropriate accounts.
Prepares appropriate financial reports: Monthly, Yearly and as requested by the Superintendent, Deputy Superintendent, or Director of Finance.
Maintains appropriate records pertinent to approved budget.
Maintains a general working knowledge of payroll.
Receives and routes all incoming communication in appropriate manner.
Plans and completes work on a timely basis.
Consistently displays self-discipline.
Cooperates with staff, both certified and classified.
Promotes job and loyalty to organization by actions which indicate a spirit of pride for the job and the organization for which employed.
Demonstrates loyalty and dedication to the purposes and goleas of the Daviess County Public Schools Is consistently responsible and displays an attitude of honesty and credibility.
Eliminates personal business transactions during work hours.
Is neat and appropriately dressed.
Continually improves professional growth.
Handles the dissemination of Board Purchase Orders and all related operations.
Reconciles all records related to closing of a fiscal year and closes year.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Organize and coordinate a wide variety of clerical and other office functions and activities related to the administration of diverse programs and operations at a school.
Serve as secretary and provide administrative assistance to the Principal; make, schedule and arrange appointments, meetings and conferences.
Coordinate and facilitate communication between district and site personnel, parents, students, school and community organizations and the general public.
Communicate with a variety of site and district personnel and administrators to coordinate school operations and maintenance, resolve conflicts and issues and exchange information as appropriate.
Perform secretarial duties for the principal, assisting with routine administrative matters as appropriate; independently compose letter, memoranda and other materials.
Assist the principal in the preparation and maintenance of financial, statistical and narrative reports; research, compile and organize information.
Prepare forms and assist the principal in preparing and monitoring budget.
Type from notes, rough draft or verbal instructions a variety of written materials including correspondence, bulletins, memoranda, calendars, requisitions, records, reports and evaluations.
Collect, compile, organize and record a variety of data related to attendance, enrollment, personnel, payroll, equipment and student activities; prepare and maintain related records, files and logs.
Collect and account for monies collected in conjunction with school activities; secure monies and process according to established procedures.
Operate a variety of business and office machines including typewriter, copiers, calculator, computer, copier and communication equipment.
Order a wide variety of equipment, materials, supplies and special items requested by faculty; assure receipt and proper distribution.
Answer phones and greet visitors; take and relay messages; provide information to students, parents, faculty and site personnel.
Demonstrates loyalty and dedication to the purposes and goals of the Daviess County Public Schools.
Performs related duties as may be assigned.