Accounting Assistant

About the role

The Accounting Assistant position at Stafford Schools is a full-time role that began recruitment on May 27, 2026 and will expire on July 27, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Verify time and leave reports submitted and make corrections as needed.
• Assist with the management of School Activity Fund accounts and Department Operating Budget.
• Serve as school/department’s financial expert and coordinate procurement and payment procedures.
• Review, post, and generate computer receipts for deposits from fund sponsors and reconcile to Summary of Daily Deposit Sheets.
• Prepare, process and maintain accurate employee payroll records monthly.
• Create Reports: Prepare Monthly Payroll Reports as needed. Prepare and reconcile year/fiscal end reports.
• Support and demonstrate core values of Stafford Schools.
• Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position.
• Respond promptly and thoroughly to written and oral requests for information.
• Maintain a clean, neat appearance, appropriate to position.
• Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.
• Serve as an optimal role model for students, colleagues, and the general public.
• Work in close harmony with colleagues, supervisors, and co-workers.
• Comply with all District and School policies and regulations, including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality.
• Perform other related duties as required/assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of standard accounting principles and bookkeeping terminology and methods.
• Knowledge of standard office procedures, practices and equipment.
• Knowledge of one or more computer applications related to accounting.
• Operation of a variety of office and computer equipment.
• Operation of a variety of information and tracking systems.
• Use of Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Use of Google Drive, including Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Forms.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Work cooperatively and positively with staff.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Demonstrate effective time management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrate initiative and flexibility.
• Follow detailed procedures and perform mathematical computations with accuracy.
• Prepare and maintain electronically generated spreadsheets.
• Work on multiple projects while meeting all deadlines.
• Show sustained effort and enthusiasm in quality and quantity of work.