Accounting clerk

Interested, qualified candidates should apply by sending a resume to Human Resources, Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools, G-3475 W. Court Street, Flint, MI 48532, or by email to [email protected] no later than 4 p.m. on Tuesday, September 30, 2025.

Accounting Clerk

Reports To

Assistant Superintendent

Business Manager

Supervises

N/A

Job Purpose and Focus

To develop positive relationships with co-workers, other employees, governmental agencies, vendors and the general public to furnish information, carry out transactions, problem solve, report, and carry out performance responsibilities. Completes basic bookkeeping and accounting tasks.

Essential Qualifications and Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business preferred

· Two or more years experience in accounting and bookkeeping, preferably with a K-12 school district

· Ability to type with speed and accuracy

· Ability to operate standard office machines, computers and communication equipment

· Working knowledge of Windows-based software especially spread sheets, e.g., MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint

· Ability to follow general office procedures, prioritize work, meet deadlines, and demonstrate effective organizational skills

· Ability to communicate, follow instructions, problem solve, and work well with others.

· Ability to exercise tact and discretion in relations with district personnel and the general public

· Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions

· Ability to meet deadlines

· Willingness to keep abreast of changing technologies and to assume new responsibilities required by the introduction of new services and equipment

· Ability to maintain regular attendance

· Ability to develop and maintain record keeping systems and procedures

Essential Functions and Representative Duties

· Prepare local, state and federal reports.

· Record all receipts and journal entries for the school district.

· Perform all banking transactions

· Reconcile all bank accounts of the district with the exception of school activity accounts

· Prepare invoices as appropriate and in a timely manner

· Maintain all necessary files for invoices, records, reports, and schedules disposal of outdated information in accordance with record retention guidelines

· Prepare required monthly financial statements subject to approval of the Assistant Superintendent, and distribute these to the Board of Education

· Record budget transfers and adjustments

· Maintain and monitor accounts receivable to insure funds are collected on a timely basis

· Prepare and distribute financial reports to building and department administrators and other appropriate staff

· Maintain Fixed Asset Accounting System

· Prepare financial reports and analysis as required

· Assist in the preparation for the annual audit

· Assist with budget preparation

· Performs duties as requested by the Assistant Superintendent.

Terms of Employment

Salary and fringe benefits in accordance with the current CMOPP Collective Bargaining Agreement with The Board of Education. This is a level I position ($15.48/hr. - $27.78/hr.) for 40 hours a week 52 weeks a year.

Work Environment

Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment. There is limited exposure to physical risk. Requires some repetitive motions and sedentary work.

Evaluation/Performance Measurements

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Support Personnel. Criteria for performance include but are not limited to:

· Attendance record

· Data utilization

· Human interactions

· Participation in specific training or workshop opportunities

· Demonstration of interpersonal, time, conflict, and stress management skills

· Production and efficiency related to job duties

Intent and Function of Position Descriptions

Job descriptions assist organizations in ensuring that the hiring process is fairly administered and that qualified employees are selected. They are also essential to an effective appraisal system and related promotion, transfer, layoff, and termination decisions.

All descriptions reflect essential functions and basic duties. Peripheral tasks have been excluded. Requirements, skills, and abilities are the minimal standards required to successfully perform the positions. In no instance should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements delineated be interpreted as all-inclusive. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as appropriate, in keeping with collective bargaining agreements and law.

Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. The district shall comply with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination including, but not limited to, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d. et seq.; and 42 U.S.C §§ 2000e, et seq.; The Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990, 42 U.S.C. §§ 1210, et seq.; The Handicappers’ Civil Rights Act, MCL §§ 37.1101, et seq.; and The Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act, MCL §§ 37.2101, Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), 29 U.S.C. §§ 621, et seq.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.84 - $27.78 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person