Duties
Duties include, but are not limited to payroll, accounting, financial reports to the board of education and State of Illinois, record keeping, TRS reporting, process state and federal tax returns, state and federal grant funds, and management of student and financial software applications.
Responsible for financial records and transactions, journals, ledgers, and payroll records. Prepares financial statements and cost reports. Computes and records cash receipt summaries. Reconciles canceled payroll and accounts payable checks with bank statements and verifies bank balances with statements. Prepares withholding, social security, and tax returns. Other duties as assigned.
Entering of new contracts and hires, terminations, and employee status changes in the payroll system; and calculate new hire pay, termination pay, and any required adjustments to normal pay.
Evaluates the payroll system’s internal controls and procedures and recommends changes as needed to ensure the safeguarding of assets; identifies and initiates appropriate accounting procedures to prevent or correct errors or irregularities.
Keep abreast of changes in local, state, and federal laws and changes in Board policy and union contract language as they pertain to the payroll function.
Aids independent auditors in their performance of annual audit; answers questions, locates materials, explains procedures and policies as requested.
Performs other related duties as assigned by Superintendent.
Qualifications
Strong knowledge and experience in accounting, with a preference given to candidates with school fund accounting experience. Knowledge/experience with computers, accounting/financial software, and strong background using Excel. Knowledge of SDS and TeacherEase/Common Goal Financial Software packages preferred. Prior school experience is preferred.
Knowledge of Board of Education clerk experience preferred.
Salary/Benefits
Regionally competitive salary and benefits package
Hours: 7:30 am- 3:30 pm, Monday - Friday
12 months
8 hours per day / 40 hours per week
Health insurance for employee is available
Employee will be part of the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund pension system
12 sick days per school year
2 personal days per school year
Additional Notes
Position is open until filled
How to Apply
All interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and three current professional references to: Mrs. Brittany Boldt Superintendent, Selmaville School, 3185 Selmaville Road, Salem, IL 62881, or email bboldt@selmaville.com