Find & Apply For Bookkeeper / Accounting Clerk Jobs in Mokena, Illinois

Primary Objective:

Assist Chief School Business Official, Director of Human Resources, Assistant Superintendent, and Superintendent by performing payroll duties, which include, but are not limited to; acting as a liaison between District Office and parents, staff, and community members with an awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma (Associates/Bachelors degree preferred) Work well with minimal supervision Able to effectively and efficiently prioritize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously with attention to detail Able to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing Friendly and professional attitude as well as discretion in matters relating to students, parents, staff members and office business matters Work well with others Computer skills necessary, including being proficient in Microsoft Office & Google programs Adept at learning and using other related software and web-based programs

Critical Attributes:

Friendly and professional attitude as well as discretion in matters relating to students, parents, staff members, and office business matters Work well with minimal supervision and able to effectively and efficiently prioritize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously Able to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing Demonstrates excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail Accountable to:

Chief School Business Official Essential Job Functions:

Enter and process payroll in Skyward program every two weeks Send payroll for direct deposit, taxes, TRS, IMRF electronically Adjust the final payroll of the month for insurance benefits Remain current on state and federal payroll and pension regulations Adjust insurance over $50,000 for the end of year payroll Process and maintain attendance for employees daily in to Skyward Enter bank deposits in Skyward program each month Send via e-mail new timesheets to the timekeepers Process all payroll deductions for employees (union dues, 403b, etc.) Coordinate purchase orders for other departments (B&G, transportation, etc.) ensuring the proper budget account numbers on incoming invoices Assist with monitoring and tracking Fund 21 (referendum for B&G) income & expenses Maintain inventory lists, updating with new equipment purchases, and submit to appraisal company for annual update Act as a backup for daily deposits, fee waivers, monthly ACH charges, reconciling deposit ledgers, RevTrak registration payments, and fees in Skyward Assist with transportation scheduling and routing Assist Chief School Business Official with Request for Proposal (RFP) process Update/Maintain outside vendor contracts Maintain information and files on insurance related matters for liability insurance, including student accident claims, school board legal liability, certificate of insurance, treasurer's bond Provide salary and benefit data to complete Fairbanks claim Serve as a backup for the Bookkeeper / Accounts Payable Performs additional duties as assigned

Requirements:

Bending, carrying, climbing, lifting, pushing-pulling, reaching, sitting, standing, and walking Must be able to occasionally lift, move, or push items of 30 lbs.

Working Conditions:

Includes extremes of temperature and humidity Hazards include stairs and communicable diseases

Terms of Employment:

244 Working days, 8.0 hours per day 16 Paid holidays 260 Total paid days @$27.25 per hour equates to $56,680 annually

Benefits:

Per the

MCSA Contract FLSA Status:

Hourly/Non-Exempt