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WCPSS

Lead Secretary - Elementary

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$14.25 - $17.50/hr

Maintains bookkeeping controls of funds disbursed or received and prepares financial data required for fiscal management. Processes payroll and ensures records are maintained. Serves as Human ...

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GO Media

Accounting Assistant

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$19 - $24.75/hr

  • Medical

  • PTO

At a Glance Job Title Accounting Assistant Employment Type Full-Time Work Setting On-Site - Raleigh, NC area Reports To Director of Finance Experience 3-5 years of full-cycle bookkeeping or staff ...

Go Media

Accounting Assistant

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$19 - $24.75/hr

  • Medical

  • PTO

At a Glance Job Title Accounting Assistant Employment Type Full-Time Work Setting On-Site -- Raleigh, NC area Reports To Director of Finance Experience 3-5 years of full-cycle bookkeeping or staff ...

GO Media

Accounting Assistant

Raleigh, NC

$19 - $24.75/hr

  • Medical

  • PTO

At a Glance Job Title Accounting Assistant Employment Type Full-Time Work Setting On-Site - Raleigh, NC area Reports To Director of Finance Experience 3-5 years of full-cycle bookkeeping or staff ...

Varsity Tutors

Quickbooks Tutor

Durham, NC · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Skilled at teaching QuickBooks setup, daily bookkeeping workflows, and financial report generation. Guides students through creating company files, setting up chart of accounts, recording income and ...

Varsity Tutors

Quickbooks Tutor

Chapel Hill, NC · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Skilled at teaching QuickBooks setup, daily bookkeeping workflows, and financial report generation. Guides students through creating company files, setting up chart of accounts, recording income and ...

Varsity Tutors

Quickbooks Tutor

Raleigh, NC · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Skilled at teaching QuickBooks setup, daily bookkeeping workflows, and financial report generation. Guides students through creating company files, setting up chart of accounts, recording income and ...

Accounting Fly

Remote Tax Manager

Wake Forest, NC · On-site +1

$110K - $140K/yr

Coordinate workflows between tax, accounting, and bookkeeping teams to keep client financials accurate and tax-ready * Mentor and review the work of accounting, bookkeeping, and tax staff * Help ...

Navigate Realty

Part-Time Accounting Assistant

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Bookkeeper to join our team on a part-time contract basis with potential to move to full-time in the future. This role is responsible for managing ...

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Integra Staffing and Search

Accountng Data Entry Clerk

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$18 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are looking for a skilled Accounting Data Entry Clerk to perform a variety of accounting, bookkeeping and financial tasks. Accounting Data Clerk responsibilities include keeping financial records ...

North Carolina Jobs

Secretary to Counselors

Raleigh, NC

$17.80 - $22.97/hr

Performs work, including but not limited to carrying out clerical duties; performing administrative duties; conducting bookkeeping operations. Provides executive secretarial support to school ...

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How much do bookkeeper bookkeeper jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for bookkeeper bookkeeper in Raleigh, NC is $23.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.18 and $26.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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The average hourly rate for a bookkeeper ranges from $20 to $30, with salaries typically between $40,000 and $60,000 annually depending on experience, location, and certifications. Part-time or freelance bookkeepers may charge higher hourly rates, especially if they have specialized skills or use advanced accounting software. Employers should consider industry standards and the complexity of their financial records when setting compensation for a bookkeeper role.

What is the difference between Bookkeeper Bookkeeper vs Accounting Clerk?

AspectBookkeeper BookkeeperAccounting Clerk
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; certifications like QuickBooks CertifiedHigh school diploma; some may pursue accounting courses
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, handling financial recordsOffice environment, supporting accounting functions
Employer & Industry UsageSmall to medium businesses, accounting firmsVarious industries, administrative support roles
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for entry-level accounting rolesRelated but more administrative

In summary, a Bookkeeper Bookkeeper primarily manages financial records, transactions, and reconciliations, often requiring specific certifications. An Accounting Clerk supports accounting tasks but typically handles administrative duties. Both roles are essential in financial operations but differ in scope and responsibilities.

Are bookkeepers still in demand?

Bookkeepers are still in demand as businesses require accurate financial record-keeping and often seek professionals skilled in accounting software like QuickBooks. The role remains essential in small to medium-sized companies, though automation and cloud-based tools are gradually changing some tasks.

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Lead Secretary - Elementary

Wake County Public School System

Cary, NC • On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

Wake County Public School System rating

5.5

Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

521st of 631 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Overview
POSITION PURPOSE:
Performs advanced clerical and bookkeeping work in examination, analyses, and verification of fiscal records in an elementary school. Maintains bookkeeping controls of funds disbursed or received and prepares financial data required for fiscal management. Processes payroll and ensures records are maintained. Serves as Human Resources (HR) liaison for school staff. Serves as front office coordinator.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)
  • Considerable knowledge of bookkeeping/accounting practices for revenue, expenses;
  • Considerable knowledge of standard procedures for running a busy office;
  • Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Google Apps;
  • Strong organizational and record-keeping skills;
  • Ability to effectively organize and maintain records;
  • Ability to interpret standard accounting and financial statements;
  • Ability to prepare reports and business correspondence;
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality;
  • Excellent customer service skills with the ability to calmly route concerns to appropriate staff;
  • Ability to learn pertinent district policies and procedures rapidly, apply them in appropriate situations, and explain them to staff, parents, students, and the public;
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative in completing work assignments and determine when to refer situations to supervisor;
  • Ability to communicate information clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
  • Ability to reason, work, and problem-solve independently in order to carry assignments to completion according to expected timelines while adhering to established policies and procedures; exercise judgement in the absence of clear directives;
  • Ability to assist students with medication and health needs, as needed;
  • Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with diverse groups of school system staff, students, parents, external agencies, vendors, and the community.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE
  • High school graduation or GED;
  • Two years of bookkeeping/accounting experience;
  • Two years of experience performing advanced clerical work.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
  • None

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Associate's degree in business/accounting from a regionally accredited college or university;
  • Bookkeeping/accounting experience within a school district or similar environment;
  • Bilingual English and Spanish (fluent verbal and written) skills;
  • Experience working with Oracle business applications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  1. Maintains a complete and systematic set of records of all financial transactions as required by federal, state, and school board rules, regulations, policies, and laws, and reviews and reconciles accounts and budget reports on a monthly basis; performs thorough examination and analyses on statements and reports to ensure accuracy for work evaluation and audits.
  2. Analyzes, verifies and reconciles school budget reports to ensures that maximized use of funds are in compliance with local, state and federal fiscal requirements.
  3. Composes complex financial correspondence for principal's signature.
  4. Assists principal with budget development.
  5. Initiates and prepares budget transfers and amendments.
  6. Purchases materials for the school using a variety of approved purchasing methods. Initiates all purchase order request forms, obtains quotes for materials and necessary approvals, and maintains records of transactions. Reviews orders received and distributes merchandise received from vendors and the county warehouse.
  7. Initiates and reviews school contracts and prepares supporting documentation to ensure compliance policies and procedures.
  8. Initiates and prepares payment requests, (direct payments, purchase orders, travel requests), reviews for proper documentation, completes with proper budget codes, verifies available balances, identifies new account codes when necessary, obtains necessary approvals, resolves discrepancies, and maintains a file of all transactions.
  9. Initiates, prepares and processes transactions relating to the school's purchasing card according to set procedures, tracks expenditures, and reconciles balances with Oracle on a monthly basis.
  10. Manages the school's checking account to include receipt books audits, collects and verifies monies received from staff, ensures funds are delivered to the bank according to policy, issues school checks, reconciles the bank account, posts activities on the online payment software, reconciles the school account activity with Oracle, assists in district run audits of records and accounts.
  11. Trains backup bookkeeper to ensure they are familiar and able to perform the essential bookkeeping duties pertaining to Fund 6 in the absence of the school Bookkeeper.
  12. Answers inquiries from staff and parents pertaining to interpretation of school system's financial policy and procedures.
  13. Maintains payroll records for school, including maintaining an accurate record of absences for school-based employees in Oracle; receiving and processing staff timesheets for non-certified staff members; processing and tracking leave requests for staff members; answering questions on payroll; and serving as contact between school staff and Compensation Services.
  14. Serves as HR liaison for school staff, posts open positions, pulls requested Oracle reports; onboarding of new staff members; assists in HR problem solving and education informational sharing; contacts appropriate teams in HR to address employee needs, such as name/address changes, salary questions, workers' compensation issues, and long-term leave requests.
  15. Monitors substitute system, checks substitutes in, and reports substitute status to Administrator.
  16. Submits work orders, as directed, by principal or assistant principal.
  17. Assists with master school calendar and schedules the use of the school facility, as assigned.
  18. Administers prescribed medication to students according to directions provided by medical professionals, as needed.
  19. Serves as a front office coordinator.
  20. Performs other related duties, as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT
Must be able to use a variety of office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers. Must be able to communicate effectively. At times requires the ability to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects up to ten pounds. Due to the amount of time spent standing and/or walking, physical requirements are consistent with those for sedentary work.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Must be able to work in a school or office environment and come into direct contact with school system staff, students, parents, external agencies, vendors, and the community.
EFFECTIVE DATE:5/2023
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.

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Wake County Public Schools (WCPSS) is a well-regarded educational institution based in Cary, NC, United States. As the largest school district in North Carolina and the 15th largest in the U.S, it operates within the education industry providing primary and secondary education to students in Wake County. The district oversees a wide array of schools, including traditional calendars, year-round calendars, modified calendars, and magnets. Founded in 1976, the WCPSS has consistently strived to meet the individual needs of all students by providing a safe, supportive, and rigorous learning environment.

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Education

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Cary, NC, US

Year founded

1976

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