What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interim Bookkeeper (DES) position at Dickson County Schools?
Job Description:
Bookkeeper
Reports To:
Principal
Dept/School:
Assigned School
Employment:
220 Day Contract
Calendar:
11 months / 220 Days
Salary Grade:
16 (Classified)
Date Revised:
11/18/2025
Primary Purpose
Perform general bookkeeping and maintain campus financial records, including campus activity funds.
Qualifications:
Education:
High school diploma or receipt of a high school equivalency credential approved by the State Board of Education
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of bookkeeping principles and practices
Proficient in keyboarding, 10-key numerical data entry, and file maintenance
Ability to use software to develop or maintain spreadsheets and do word processing
Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records
Ability to work with numbers in an accurate and rapid manner to meet established deadlines
Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Performance Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
Accounting
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used:
Standard office equipment including personal computer
Posture:
Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion:
Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting:
Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment:
May work prolonged or irregular hours
Mental Demands:
Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
Notes:
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Bookkeeper
Reports To:
Principal
Dept/School:
Assigned School
Employment:
220 Day Contract
Calendar:
11 months / 220 Days
Salary Grade:
16 (Classified)
Date Revised:
11/18/2025
Primary Purpose
Perform general bookkeeping and maintain campus financial records, including campus activity funds.
Qualifications:
Education:
High school diploma or receipt of a high school equivalency credential approved by the State Board of Education
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of bookkeeping principles and practices
Proficient in keyboarding, 10-key numerical data entry, and file maintenance
Ability to use software to develop or maintain spreadsheets and do word processing
Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records
Ability to work with numbers in an accurate and rapid manner to meet established deadlines
Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Performance Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
Accounting
- Maintain complete and systematic records of campus financial transactions according to established procedures and generally accepted accounting principles.
- Process and account for all money generated and distributed in school-sponsored activities, including receipt of cash and preparing and making cash deposits.
- Prepare gate boxes for all athletic events and process direct pay requests for officials.
- Maintain inventory of campus fixed assets, equipment, and supplies.
- Prepare monthly and other periodic campus financial reports.
- Assist with campus budget preparation.
- Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used:
Standard office equipment including personal computer
Posture:
Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion:
Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting:
Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment:
May work prolonged or irregular hours
Mental Demands:
Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
Notes:
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.