SUMMARY

Job Goal: To perform general professional level accounting duties involved in reporting of financial transactions for the Board’s operations, purchasing, insurance and payroll services.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preferred- Associate degree in accounting, finance or business
• Preferred- BS degree from four year college or university with major coursework in accounting, finance or business related field
• Previous work experience in accounting or finance, preferable in the governmental environment
• Working knowledge of general office computer software including Microsoft word, Excel and Access
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures and their application to basic accounting transactions
  FLSA Status: Non- Exempt
  Reports To: Principal
  Background Check Required: (Ala. Code §§ 16-22A-5 ) Upon offer of employment, employees will be required to submit legible fingerprints for a background review by the Alabama Bureau of Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Background checks may not be more than ten (10) years old.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Light Work: Exerting up to 30 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds as frequently as needed to move objects.

EVALUATION:

The performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s policy on personnel evaluation.
This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities, and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.
The Escambia County Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee(s) within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of an employee(s) for this job.
The Escambia County Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, disability, sex, religion, national origin, or age in its programs, activities, or employment and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Title IX Coordinator for Escambia County Schools is responsible for handling inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies. The Title IX Coordinator can be reached by calling the Escambia County Schools at 251.867.6251
Escambia County Schools do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, disability, sex, religion, national origin, or age in its programs, activities, or employment and provide equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

1. Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, goals and priorities.
2. Manages correspondence, calendars, reports, budgets, discretionary funds, travel arrangements, reimbursements, and agendas for the administrators assigned.
3. Assists and or prepares time reports for payroll of office staff.
4. Prepares purchases orders, contracts, and requisitions for department supplies and/or services as directed.
5. Manages leave and payroll information for department employees as assigned.
6. Answers questions, and responds to requests from the schools and general public; resolves issues or refers requests as appropriate.
7. Maintains accurate electronic and non-electronic filing systems of needed reports, minutes, correspondence, information, confidential records, records, schedules, and data as directed.
8. Assist in any preparations as requested for presentation pertinent data and information as needed.
9. Communicates effectively and manages office communication processes as directed using telephones, voice mail, electronic mail, postal and/or delivery services, intra-campus delivery and other means as directed.
10. Orders and maintains needed office supplies.
11. Performs duties and represents the system and department in a courteous, positive and professional manner.
12. Arranges for technical support, servicing, and effective operation of office technology and office machines.
13. Attends and participates in meetings as directed.
14. Maintains and submits reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.
15. Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local regulations.
16. Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures. Maintains appropriate confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.
17. Maintains appropriate confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.
18. Performs any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor(s)/Superintendent.
    Expected Employment: 222 days/ 8 hrs. (full year)