Bookkeeper jobs in Iowa

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The Bookkeeper will provide accounting and administrative support to the Principal and Assistant Principals.  Works closely with teachers and staff concerning accounting issues.   Maintains accurate financial transactions and reconciles accounting records. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Prepare and maintain records and reports required for financial records and payroll.  Processes invoices and accounts payable. 

Ensuring established procedures are followed including securing onsite funds, preparing deposit slips, and transporting funds to the bank within established timeframes.  Reconciles bank records and credit card invoices.  Maintains and monitors office petty cash fund. 

Assists and communicates with the principal on budgeted funds.  Prepares and submits information to accounts payable.

Compiles data from a wide variety of sources for the purpose of complying with financial, legal, and/or administrative requirements.

Maintains a wide variety of manual and electronic documents, confidential and non-confidential files, and records (e.g. calendars, appointment schedules, resource materials, etc.) for the purpose of providing up-to-date reference and audit trail.

Performs record-keeping and clerical functions (e.g. scheduling, copying, instructional materials, filing, compiling lists, etc.) for the purpose of supporting assigned Administrator and/or department.

Prepares written materials (e.g. reports, forms, letters, memos, budgets, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.

Researches a variety of topics (e.g. current practices, policies, education codes, etc.) for the purpose of providing information for addressing a variety of administrative requirements.

Responds to inquiries from a wide variety of internal and external parties (e.g. district staff, other schools, state and federal agencies, the general public, students, etc.) for the purpose of providing information, facilitating communication among parties, and/or providing direction.

Screens inquiries of staff, students, parents, the public, etc. (e.g. phone calls, visitors, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action, interpreting and applying policies and procedures, and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, education, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Typically requires a high school diploma at a minimum.  Job-related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired.  Previous financial experience preferred. 

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Must possess the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of individuals and groups from all levels of the organization. May communicate with parents or guardians of the student(s).  The individual must have effective listening skills.

ANALYTICAL and REASONING SKILLS

Ability to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data.  Ability to work with a variety of data.  Problem-solving is required to identify issues and create action plans.  Problem-solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines

TECHNOLOGY SKILLS

Must be able to use the computer, process electronic requests, and enter accounting information. Able to retrieve and print information from various computer programs when needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands:  some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; and significant fine finger dexterity.  Generally, the job requires 33% sitting, 33% walking, and 34% standing.  This job is performed in a generally hazard-free environment.

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

Will perform other duties as may be assigned by the superintendent or designee, necessary and appropriate to the achievement of the program and/or District goals and objectives.

The Sioux City Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following areas: Business & Marketing, Family & Consumer Science, Health Science, and Industrial Arts, Technology, & PLTW.

The Sioux City Community School District is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information (for employment), national origin, religion, age (for employment), disability, socioeconomic status (for programs), marital status (for programs), or veteran status (for employment) in its educational programs and its employment practices.  The District is required by Title IX and 34 CFR Part 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex in its programs, activities, or employment.  

Inquiries or grievances under Section 504  and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act may be directed to Dr. Dora Jung, Director of Student Services & Equity Education/Title IX Coordinator at 627 4th Street, Sioux City, IA 51101, (712) 279-6075,  jungd@live.siouxcityschools.com. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations to the District may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, the Assistant Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education, or both. Please see District Board policies 103 and 504.4 for additional information on available grievance procedures.