Business Specialist

Business SpecialistCrystal Lake School District 47 currently has an opening for a Business Specialist. This 12 month position is responsible for assisting in the day to day Business Office functions. Including, but not limited to, purchasing, accounts payable/receivable, lunch programs, school activities, student fees and waivers.Essential Functions:Assists with reviewing and processing purchase ordersAssists with and prepares bid documents for district purchasesAssists in the maintenance of all aspects of Free and Reduced Lunch Program: approving applications, maintaining all necessary records, completes state reports, point of sale systemAssists in posting cafeteria deposits and maintaining the student lunch softwareAssists with daily deposits and recording of fundsAssists in maintaining and balancing School Activity funds; deposits, fund requestsAssists in preparation of district invoicing for tuition and other services providedAssists in maintenance and balancing student fee records and waiversAssists in the preparation of fee statements and reportingAssists insurance payments (employee, student, liability, etc.)Assists with Accounts Payable functions: invoice/purchase order matchingAssists with inputting invoices for paymentPrepares reports for board approval as neededAssists with the preparation of vendor checks for mailing, verifies payments and files documentsAssists with inquiries that pertain to the function of the business officePerforms any other duties as assignedKnowledge and education: High School DiplomaExperience: 2 years experience in accounting or bookkeeping or demonstrated competence in the tasks assigned. Computer experience preferable (student & financial systems) Basic Office and Google product experience preferredSkills: Math aptitude Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proficient using a computer, Microsoft Office and Google Products Ability to work independently, set priorities and meet deadlines Excellent verbal, written and customer service skills Excellent organizational and customer service skills Experience with Skyward Finance System a plus High degree of attention to detail Ability to accurately follow directions Consistently maintain a high degree of professionalism Demonstrate positive communication skills Foster teamwork Strictest level of confidentiality required Physical/Mental Requirements Position requires sitting, standing, bending, walking, some lifting and a high level of flexibility, articulation, concentration, organization and confidentiality.