What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bookkeeper position at Five Town CSD & MSAD #28?
Central Office - Five Town CSD and MSAD 28
Bookkeeper
Full Time
Immediate Opening
Position Summary
We are seeking a detail oriented individual to fill the role of Bookkeeper in the Central Office for Five Town CSD and MSAD 28. This individual will support the Business Manager and overall business office operations. The successful candidate will have a background and experience in accounting, a strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and be highly organized.
Key Responsibilities
- General ledger accounting in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), including posting journal entries, accruals and adjustments.
- Bank and account reconciliation.
- Assist in budget development.
- Monitor revenue and expenditures.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports as needed by the Business Manager and administrators.
- Maintain accounting records including tracking expenditures for federal, state, and local grants, ensuring compliance with grant requirements.
- Monitor student activity accounts to ensure compliance with district procedures, providing guidance to staff as needed.
- Support the annual external audit process, including preparing schedules of key accounts, document preparation, and responding to requests.
Qualifications/Skills
- Knowledge of governmental fund accounting and GAAP required.
- Proficiency in enterprise accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
- Proficiency with Google Suite.
- Experience working with large budgets and preparing complex financial reports.
- Experience working in a public school setting is preferred.
Requirements
- Background check, including fingerprinting.
- Maine Department of Education CHRC Approval.
- 2-3 Years Experience in bookkeeping or accounting.
- Bachelor\'s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
Pay and Benefits
- Pay starts at $35 per hour with possibility of increase based on experience
- Health Insurance (including Vision)
- Dental Insurance (100% Employee paid)
- 5 Sick Days
- 20 PTO Days
- 13 Paid Holidays
- FSA
- Eligible to contribute to a 403(b) retirement plan
About Five Town Community School District and MSAD #28
Five Town CSD and MSAD #28 are two integrally connected innovative school districts that pride themselves on nurturing an incredible array of opportunities for their 1400 students, top salaries for their employees, excellent health insurance and a great working environment.
As a district, we are committed to equity, excellence, the environment, and forward thinking. Our goal is to foster intellectual and creative excellence while building strong character. We highly value our sense of place and surroundings which boast mountains, lakes, rivers, a ski hill, and the ocean.
Application deadline is April 22, 2026
Five Town CSD
22 Knowlton Street
Camden, ME 04843
Phone: (207)236-3358
Fax: (207)236-7810
EOE
Please Note: Only complete and submitted Applitrack Applications will be reviewed for interview consideration. A complete application must consist of the Applitrack Application, cover letter & resume, copy of transcripts & certification (when applicable), and names/contact information for three current references.
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