Special Education (SPED) Program Assistant III

The SPED Program Assistant III ensures accurate accounting records for receipts and disbursements within the Office of Student Support Services. This position also assists in a variety of other administrative functions in support of the daily operation of the Office of Student Support Services.Essential FunctionsMaintains complete records of all financial transactions maintains financial filing system.Maintains records inventories and other departmental reports.Prepares purchase orders. Works closely with school personnel to ensure delivery and receipt of materials ordered.Performs clerical functions for assigned staff members.Proofreads reports for accuracy and conformity to School Board policy.Maintains a working budget and reports financial information to the Supervisor.Posts requisitions receipts and disbursement information to appropriate ledger.Assists in tracing errors and records adjustments to correct charges or credits posted to incorrect accounts.Enables efficient operation of the office.Prepares and replies to correspondence on own initiative or from brief dictated notes in accordance with predetermined policy and practice.Communicates with vendors to obtain quotes and secure and maintain supplies and equipment.Processes and proofs all Special Education related timesheets and works closely with Payroll to ensure accuracy of all staff information for purposes of receiving a paycheck.Maintains and signs out department Pcards keeps records of individual receipts and pays the Pcard statement invoices each month.Manages requests for professional development funding and processes reimbursement expense reports for conferences.Maintains records of donations within the Social Worker department and ensures monetary donations are received by Accounts Payable to deposit. Maintains budget for donation account and works closely with Social Workers on expenditures for homeless students and Treasure House.Processes Travel expense claims.Click here to read the full job description for this role.Education and ExperienceRequiredHigh School Diploma or GEDTwo 2 years of experience in a bookkeeping accounts payable or related positionPreferredAssociates Degree in Finance Accounting or related fieldAbout Spotsylvania County Public SchoolsComprised of 31 schools and home to a diverse student population of over 24000 Spotsylvania County Public Schools is one of the largest School Divisions in the Commonwealth of Virginia.So what sets us apart Choosing SCPS means joining a highly collaborative team of professionals who inspire challenge and support one another to be their very best everyday. As a team member you become part of something much bigger - Your success directly influences our students success. Here YOU make a difference.The financial benefits of working for Spotsylvania County Public Schools include a competitive salary monthly PTO accrual robust healthcare benefit plans enrollment or transition into the Virginia Retirement System VRS with defined contributions and potential employer match FMLA and Short-Term Disability leave Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Programs EAPs and employer paid Life Insurance.To learn more about Spotsylvania County Public Schools and our teams please visit our website athttpswww.spotsylvania.k12.va.us.Employment Terms Employment may be offered as a 12-Month 243 Day contract at a minimum of 7.5 hours worked per day. This position is evaluated annually.Together we prepare our students for their future. We look forward to welcoming you to theWeAreSpotsyteam._____Spotsylvania County Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to non-discrimination in the workplace.Criminal record and background checks will be completed after an offer is made.A workplace that values unique perspectives fosters belonging and ensures opportunities for all to thrive.