Central Office Bookkeeper

NOTICE OF VACANCY

CENTRAL OFFICE BOOKKEEPER TANTASQUA REGIONAL/UNION 61 DISTRICTS Anticipated Start Date: Immediate

Reports To: Business and Finance Director

Position Summary The Central Office Bookkeeper assists in managing the school district’s business and financial operations. This role focuses primarily on processing payroll and handling accounts payable. The ideal candidate will maintain meticulous financial records and ensure administrative compliance across the district.

Core Responsibilities Payroll Administration: Process hourly and salaried payroll, calculate time cards, manage adjustments, and maintain updated personnel and leave records. Accounts Payable & Procurement: Manage purchase orders, track line-item balances, verify invoice payments, and prepare financial warrants for official approval. Financial Reconciliation: Balance district financial accounts with town accountants and manage cash receipt turnovers to the town treasurer. Reporting & Compliance: Support annual budget and town report processes as needed, print financial and system reports as needed/requested. Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as assigned by the Director.

Required Knowledge & Abilities Financial Management: Knowledge of payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable; ability to maintain accurate financial records, post general ledger entries. Technical Skills: Proficiency in modern office equipment, manual/computerized record-keeping, and both Google and Windows-based applications. Problem Solving: Strong analytical skills to trace errors, resolve discrepancies, and exercise independent judgment. Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills to collaborate tactfully and professionally with district and town staff.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s degree preferred. Experience: Minimum of two years in bookkeeping, accounting, or a closely related financial role. Clearances: Must successfully pass all required CORI and fingerprint-based state and national criminal background checks.

Salary Range $50,946.00 - $57,544.00

Kristen Leo, Director Business/Finance 320A Brookfield Rd. Fiskdale, MA 01518 Leok@tantasqua.org POSTED: 7/13/26 APPLICATION DEADLINE: 7/30/26 Tantasqua/Union 61 School Districts are committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.