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Bookkeeper

Young World Physical Education, Bradyville, TN, United States


Cannon County School District; Cannon South Elementary School – Bradyville, Tennessee

Job Summary
The School Bookkeeper provides support to department activities with fiscal services for the student body and school site athletics, conveys and updates fiscal information, and ensures that fiscal practices are followed and disbursement of funds is within proper and legal guidelines.

Responsibilities

Compile financial information related to the school site (e.g., accounts payable/receivables, collecting and verifying deposits, writing receipts, preparing documentation for payroll for certificated, classified staff and substitutes).

Maintain financial records related to student activities and events (ticket sales, yearbooks, dances, fundraisers, clubs, student projects) to ensure completeness and compliance with district policy.

Monitor financial procedures with individuals responsible for school site financial operations for student activities, fundraisers, bookstore, athletic department, student clubs.

Verify payroll/time entry for all employees and substitutes, resolve discrepancies with payroll department or employees.

Collect funds from academic and athletic student events (ticket sales, yearbook purchases) and approve field trip finance forms and documents.

Perform general clerical functions (answering telephone, distributing mail, packages, supplies, scheduling, copying, faxing) to support site activities.

Provide all aspects of annual audit and pre‑audit (registers, fundraiser summaries, copies of collection logs).

Prepare written materials and electronic financial information (receipt reports, student fees, gifts/donations) for documentation, reference, and compliance.

Administer basic first aid and medication when a nurse is unavailable.

Process financial information including purchase orders, accounts payable, payments for officials/security at athletic events, and update/distribute information accordingly.

Research discrepancies in financial information and documentation and resolve them.

Respond to inquiries and initiate requests for information from staff, administration, vendors, warehouse, district staff regarding financial information.

Reconcile financial data to maintain accurate account balances and compliance.

Perform other related duties and any assignments by the Principal or Director of Schools.

Tempering Traits (Personal Qualities)

Ability to schedule activities and work with diverse people, gather and collate data, use basic math and job‑related equipment.

Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work with varied processes.

Strong problem‑solving and communication skills, maintain confidentiality, pay attention to detail.

Ability to work with frequent interruptions and flexible hours.

Qualifications

Job‑related experience required.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Word and Excel.

Knowledge of basic bookkeeping principles and practice, office equipment, and business telephone etiquette.

Understanding of accounting software and standard office machines.

Position Details
Position Type:

Full‑Time

Job ID:

5671376

Starting Date:

May 26, 2026

Terms of Employment
180 days.

Salary
CCS Support Staff Pay Scale; General Purpose School Budget line: 72410-161.

Evaluation
Site Level Principal based upon yearly audits.

Physical Demands
Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling; fine finger dexterity. Approximately 70% sitting, 15% walking, 15% standing in a generally hazard‑free environment.

Work Conditions
Normal working environment.

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Contact Information

Angela Cossey, Principal

Cannon South Elementary School

Phone: 6292183158

Email: angela.cossey@ccstn.net

Equal Opportunity Employment
Governs that the Cannon County Board of Education does not discriminate based on age, race, color, gender, national origin, disability, religion, genetics, creed, or veteran status. The Cannon County School System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and member of TN Drug‑Free Workplace.

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