Administrative Bookkeeper

Fremont Re-2 School District - Florence, CO

Part-time - Entry Level

Florence, CO

About the position

The Administrative Bookkeeper for the Fremont RE-2 School District is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting various accounting functions within the district. This role involves preparing documents for bank reconciliation, assisting with audits, and managing reports for federal grant programs. The position requires a strong understanding of accounting principles and the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare documents for bank reconciliation.
• Complete monthly bank reconciliation.
• Assist with annual audit.
• Assist with counting of cafeteria funds and balance Vanco payments.
• Respond to expenditure questions from District responsibility centers.
• Prepare and maintain reports for Federal Grant Programs and other grants as needed.
• Manage district banking and recording of cash receipts on computer.
• Maintain required documents for transparency on the School District Website.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or equivalent with 3 years accounting/bookkeeping experience (preferred).
• Working knowledge of payroll procedures & reporting helpful.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable/receivable helpful.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before vendors, administrators, and staff.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts and percentages.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions.

Nice-to-haves

• Technical skills to program/repair telecommunications and voice mail equipment.
• Personal Computer and Mainframe spreadsheet experience.

Benefits

• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Insurance benefits according to the Classified Handbook
• Leave days according to the Classified Handbook