Position Type: Administrative Assistant/Clerical
Location: Educational Service Center, Maple Grove, MN 55369
Closing Date: Until Filled
Pay Range: $25.92/hr – $28.49/hr
Job summary: To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning. Under the direction of the District Controller, the Accounting Administrative Support (Accounts Receivable) position is responsible for auditing and processing cash receipts, student activity accounts, and accounts receivable invoicing.
Responsibilities and tasks include:The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental job duties:
Maintains district accounting systems and monitoring various revenues and receivables
Utilizes accounts receivable knowledge to support other departments
Verifies and processes the collections of money, insuring they are appropriately deposited and reported
Student fees/meals tracking and monitoring
Banking related transaction tracking and reconciliation
Manages student activity accounts to ensure compliance with MDE Manual for Activity Fund Accounting (MAFA)
Assists with annual audit entries
Performs cash audits at district sites
Prepares invoices for goods and services
Scanning and indexing using a document management system
Delivering customer service that embodies the district mission
Compiling statistical data
Performing other comparable duties of a like or similar nature as assigned
Minimum qualifications include:
High school graduate
Knowledge, skills, and abilities include:
Attention to detail and accuracy
Knowledge of accounting, accounts receivable concepts, processes, and terminology
Excellent computer skills in Microsoft products, specifically Excel and ability to learn new program applications quickly
Ability to analyze and create data reports
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
eFinance Plus software experience preferred
Ability to manage multiple tasks
A general knowledge of school operations
Ability to exercise good judgement, initiative, and ingenuity
Experience working with diverse populations; and the ability to work effectively with people from various backgrounds and cultures
Ability to interact with people in a professional and effective manner
Ability to work successfully in a team setting
Preferred qualifications include:
Advanced business school classes in accounting preferred.
3-years of previous experience in the areas of accounts receivable and accounting preferred.
Salary: View salary grid on Page 5, Section 1, and Classification, Pages 6 – 7, Section 3 of the Administrative Education Support Professionals (AESPs) contract; the contract may be found here: https://staff.district279.org/human-resources/contracts
Work schedule: 8:00am – 4:30pm M-F
Job type or FTE: Full-Time, 260/261 days/year, Class V-B,
Bargaining unit: Administrative Education Support Professionals (AESPs); you may find the contract here: https://staff.district279.org/human-resources/contracts
Application Notes: Insert any application notes if indicated such as “include two reference letters, current resume”
Osseo Area Schools offers:
Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits
Summer opportunities
and more
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.
Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.
Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.
Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 763-391-7007.
Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:
Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required. Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
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