Position Type :
Administrative and Business Office Support / Bookkeeper
Date Posted : 11 / 3 / 2025
Location :
Hazel Park Schools Administration Building
District : Hazel Park Schools
Hazel Park Schools
Job Title : Bookkeeper / Accountant
Reports To : Director of Business
Location : Administration Building
Work Year : 12-Month, Full-Time
Salary $55,000 - $60,000 dependant on experience
Position Summary :
The Bookkeeper / Accountant supports the financial operations of the school district by maintaining accurate records of receipts, expenditures, and budgetary transactions in accordance with state and federal regulations, district policies, and generally accepted accounting principles. This position is responsible for reconciling accounts, preparing financial reports, assisting with payroll and grant accounting, and supporting annual audits. The Bookkeeper / Accountant works closely with district administrators, staff, and external partners to ensure fiscal integrity, compliance, and efficient use of school resources.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :
- Understanding of basic accounting / bookkeeping principles is required
- Two years accounting or bookkeeping experience preferred
- Ability to work with efficiency and accuracy
- Demonstrated experience and proficiency with Excel / Google Sheets, including the ability to write basic formulas and organize, format, and maintain data
- Demonstrated experience and proficiency with Word / Google Docs
- Experience working within a general ledger reporting system is required (BusinessPlus is preferred)
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are required
- Strong analytical skills are required
- Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, decimals, etc.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as procedure manuals
- Ability to problem solve and propose potential solutions to identified issues
- Ability to multi-task
Required Qualifications :
High school diploma or equivalentMinimum of 2 years of bookkeeper experience, preferably in a public school or municipal settingProficiency with Microsoft Excel and Google WorkspaceWorking knowledge GAAPStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsAbility to manage sensitive information with professionalism and confidentialityExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to meet deadlines and work collaboratively with cross-functional teamsDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Journal entry and cash receipt filingReviews transactions, such as journal entries and cash receipts, for reasonableness and records in the District's accounting systemScans and files journal entries and cash receipts in compliance with record retention requirementsReconciles and maintains accounting recordsResearches and processes electronic payments from the State of MichiganAssists with the preparation of bank reconciliations, including researching and resolving unreconciled transactions and maintaining outstanding check lists in accounting systemInitiates ACH / wire payments in banking systemProvides support and training to users of the accounting system (BusinessPlus)Administers district's online payment systemsReconciles and records activity from online payment systems with bank activity and recordstransactions in accounting systemDownloads and posts district's purchasing card transactions, verify reconciliation and supporting documentationAssists with preparations of audit schedules, as neededDevelops and maintains positive working relationships with team membersMaintains regular and reliable attendanceAssists with tracking and maintaining fixed assetsOther duties as necessaryESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
Must be present at the work site to perform dutiesMust be able to manage stressful situationsMust be able to lead and manage groups of people and individualsMust be able to communicate effectivelyMust be able to build and maintain a safe environmentMust be able to meet the physical demands of the job including but not limited to : walking, kneeling, sitting on the floor, rising from the floor, bending, and lifting at least 20 pounds