Senior Bookkeeper Business Office

Methuen Public School District - Methuen, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Methuen, MA

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Senior Bookkeeper position at Methuen Public Schools is a key role within the Business Office, responsible for various financial and administrative tasks. This position requires a minimum of a high school diploma and at least two years of bookkeeping experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong computer background, particularly with Microsoft Word, Excel, Google applications, and MUNIS software. Experience in a municipal setting is preferred, along with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. The role involves verifying and preparing invoices, processing payments, collaborating with other departments, and preparing necessary reports for state compliance.

Responsibilities

• Verify and prepare invoices for payment processing
• Process/print checks
• Collaborate with City Hall and other school department employees as needed
• Contact vendors regarding invoices
• Prepare, type, and distribute warrants for funding
• Prepare required state reports to meet established deadlines using the platform specified by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
• Prepare documents for the annual financial audit as needed
• Prepare and post deposits for various funds
• Assist with Grants
• Approve purchase requisitions when needed
• Input purchase orders when needed
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent of Finance & Operations

Requirements

• Minimum of a high school diploma
• At least two years of experience as a Bookkeeper
• Computer background with experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Google, and MUNIS (preferred)
• Prior knowledge and experience working in a municipality is desirable
• Excellent organizational and record keeping skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Detail-oriented

Nice-to-haves

• Outstanding preparation and/or experience may be substituted for some of the above qualifications

Benefits

• As per collective bargaining agreement
• 12 month position
• 8 hours per day