Job Opportunity at Needham Public School District The Needham Public School District is an inclusive, dynamic, and multicultural community seeking an energetic, skilled, and warm individual to join our team. This position is a full-time position at Needham High School, with a 12-month work year and a seven-hour work day. Under the direction of the Needham High School Principal and Assistant Superintendent for Finance & Operations, the position will perform bookkeeping work for Needham High School Offices, as well as other NPS departments and accounts, as assigned.
Oversees the preparation and coordination of expenses from school operating, special revenue (grant/donation/revolving), capital and student activity accounts. Oversees and monitors school petty cash allocation, if applicable.
Processes accounts payable transactions: creates purchase requisition requests; prepares and assembles procurement and contract documentation for applicable transactions; works with Business Office to ensure payment is made for proper items.
Processes accounts receivable transactions: receives and processes funds for deposit in accordance with cash management procedures; prepares and assembles transmittal documentation (cash receipts, deposit tickets, receipt logs, cash drawer. reconciliation sheets, ticket sales reconciliations, etc.); creates miscellaneous billing for fee-based programs as assigned. Ensures proper coding of transactions, in consultation with the Business Office. Performs account reconciliations on a weekly and monthly basis.
Prints, distributes and interprets financial activity reports. Participates in periodic training for school bookkeepers, conducted by the Business Office. Provides information and assistance to staff members on financial/accounting issues, position authorization, policy and procedures.
Works cooperatively with the Business Office to ensure school-wide compliance with financial and administrative policies and procedures. Collects, verifies and submits payroll information for processing. Maintains the integrity of school data, including the confidentiality of sensitive information.
Provides support and assistance to staff members in areas of records retention, insurance and accident claims, procurement, etc. Prepares claims for local, state and/or federal reimbursement, as assigned. Provides information and assistance to school auditors, as directed.
Works cooperatively with the Assistant Superintendent for Finance & Operations to perform internal audits of school accounts and functions. Monitors and replenishes school inventories. Updates fixed asset inventory information, as required.
Monitors use of school copiers: ensures copiers have adequate supplies and are serviced regularly, maintains counts and ensures copies are credited to proper staff members.
Requires High School
Diploma or GED and two years bookkeeping experience.
An Associates
Degree in Accounting/Bookkeeping can be substituted for years of experience requirement.
Experience and knowledge in a customer service environment. Knowledge of office environments. Knowledge and experience with office technology and equipment. Ability to calmly and professionally interact with students, parents, teachers, coworkers and visitors within a dynamic environment, Knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles.
Knowledge of financial software and applications. Skill in tracking and recording attendance data. Must be physically able to operate a variety of automated office machines and equipment, including a computer, basic office equipment, calculator, telephone, etc.
The interview process will include a written/computer-based bookkeeping skills assessment.
Application Procedure
Please apply online at Applications will be considered only when a cover letter and resume have been attached to your online application. Please review the Unit D Contract (Grade: AR4) and this page to learn more about employee compensation and benefits. The hourly rate range is $28.05-$30.87 (SY 26 rate).
The Needham Public
Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, active military/veteran status, ancestry, genetic information, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, employment policies, and other administered programs and activities. In addition, students who are homeless or of limited English-speaking ability are protected from discrimination in accessing the course of study and other opportunities available through the schools.
Needham Public
Schools has a strong commitment to equity. For more information on our equity work please visit our equity website.