Elementary School Bookkeeper

TRENTON SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Trenton Elementary School Bookkeeper for 2026-2027 School Year

Term of Employment: 200 Day Assignment

Immediate Supervisor: Trenton Elementary School Principal

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Trenton Elementary School accounting of school finances under the practices of the Tennessee Internal School Uniform Accounting Policy Manual for revenues and expenditures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Manages all general accounting processes and procedures as required by the regulatory agencies
• Maintains the general ledger; provides financial reports; ensures timely payment of school's accounts payable, and ensures appropriate resolution of any issues which may be identified by external audits.
• Attendance is an essential function of this job.
• Prepares financial reports to the Principal and Central Office
• Maintains cash flow to maximize use of the school's funds and ensure financial resources are available
• Maintains knowledge of accounting procedures required by regulatory agencies
• Maintains general accounting software
• Good communication skills including: taking messages, making announcements, sending emails, faxing, and copying
• Proficient computer skills especially in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Other duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Minimum qualifications:

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks. Specific skill-based competencies are required to perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment such as personal computer, printer, scanner, and facsimile. Specific skills-based competencies are required in utilizing pertinent software applications, preparing and maintaining accurate records, and planning and managing projects.

KNOWLEDGE is required to read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies to perform the functions of the job include: business telephone etiquette, concepts of grammar and punctuation, and presentation skills.

ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities; gather, collate, and classify data. Flexibility is needed to work independently or with others. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communications with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality, meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; working as part of a team and working with frequent interruptions; maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information; and ability to maintain professionalism in stressful situations.

Education: Targeted job related education

Experience: Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility

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EVALUATION: Conducted by the building level administrators and Central Office Supervisory Staff

Applications should be completed online at www.trentonssd.org. Transfer requests should be sent to Tim Haney, Director of Schools at 201 West Tenth Street, Trenton, TN 38382. For further information, call (731) 855-1191 or email at tim.haney@trentonssd.org or contact Paul Pillow at (731) 855-0971 or email at paul.pillow@trentonssd.org. Transfer requests will be accepted through the close of business hours March 25, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.

The Trenton Special School District offers its program and employment to all eligible persons regardless of race, color, age, national origin, gender or disability and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.