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State of Iowa

Accounting Technician 3

Ames, IA · On-site

$47K - $70K/yr

OR completion of a post-high school accounting curriculum from an accredited vocational, technical, business or community college, with at least twenty semester hours of accounting coursework; OR an ...

CHARLES L MOORE JR

Senior Accountant

Lansing, MI · On-site

$45K - $70K/yr

We are ideally seeking a person with a background with working with school accounting. Senior Accountants can expect to handle communications with vendors, clients, and internal departments, assist ...

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As of Jul 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for school accounting in the United States is $36.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $36.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical daily responsibilities for someone working in school accounting?

Daily tasks for a professional in school accounting often include managing budgets, processing purchase orders, tracking expenditures, and reconciling accounts for the school or district. You might also be responsible for preparing financial reports, ensuring compliance with both district policies and state education funding guidelines, and processing payroll or grant funds. Collaboration is key, as you frequently interact with administrators, teachers, and sometimes external auditors to clarify budget needs and resolve discrepancies. This role requires both independent focus and teamwork to keep the school's finances running smoothly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the School Accounting position, and why are they important?

To excel in School Accounting, you need a solid background in accounting principles, familiarity with school finance regulations, and typically a degree in accounting or finance. Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks or specialized school finance systems, and sometimes a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential, are commonly required. Attention to detail, organizational skills, and strong communication ability are valuable soft skills in this field. These qualifications ensure accurate financial management, compliance, and effective collaboration within an educational setting.

What is a School Accounting job?

A School Accounting job involves managing a school's financial records, including budgeting, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and financial reporting. School accountants ensure compliance with financial regulations and assist in financial planning to support the institution's goals. They may also track funding sources such as grants and tuition payments. Attention to detail and knowledge of accounting principles are essential for this role.

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Infographic showing various School Accounting job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,062 per year, or $36.1 per hour.
Bookkeeper-senior High School

Bookkeeper-senior High School

Brevard Public Schools

Cocoa Beach, FL • On-site

$18.52/hr

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Brevard Public Schools rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

442nd of 559 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

School/Center: Space Coast Junior/Senior High
Location: 6150 Banyan Street Cocoa
Job Number: 001252
School Year: 2027 FY
Position: BOOKKEEPER-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Subtitle/Areas:
BEGINNING SALARY
Based on classification and pay plan for Classified employees:
Grade 22 $18.52 per hour
In addition to a completed BEACON application, please email resume to Molina.Lisa@brevardschools.org
Apply By: 07/20/2026
Date Available: 07/01/2026
Status: All Applicants
Contract: 12 Month
Hours/Day: 8.000
Qualifications/Certifications:
SCOPE:
Responsible, independent bookkeeping work in maintaining internal accounting records in a senior high
school. Work requires the exercise of considerable independent judgement and use of acquired knowledge
and skills in the performance of broad accounting functions. Works directly with auditors periodically in the
review of financial accounting system.
The Senior High School Bookkeeper is responsible for maintaining school fiscal records including, but not
necessarily limited to, internal accounts, school budget, applicable grant funds, purchasing and procurement,
fundraising, and cash receipts and disbursements.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND RELEVANT EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
REQUIRED:
• High School diploma or equivalent required, college level coursework in accounting preferred.
• Three (3) years of bookkeeping or responsible accounting clerk or clerical work; or an equivalent
combination of training and experience.
• Pass the Bookkeeper Test with School Accounting with a 70• f higher.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/TRAINING:
REQUIRED:
• Valid Florida driver• s license.
• Knowledge of word processing and data processing and data entry applications as well as general
office technology to specific job functions.
• Fundamental bookkeeping skills.
Please view full job description at:
https://divisions.brevardschools.org/sites/humanresources/HR External/Approved Job Descriptions/BOOKKEEPER-HS_L3831_6.11.24.pdf
Job Type: Support Personnel
Instructional Subject: N/A
Support Personnel Area: Accounting/Finance
Career and Technology Ed Subject: N/A
Coaching Activity: N/A

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