NOLA Public Schools Vision
The vision of the NOLA Public Schools is that every student receives a high-quality education that fosters their individual capabilities, while ensuring that they thrive, achieve physical and mental wellness, and are prepared for civic, social, and economic success.
Salary Offers
Our salary offers reflect a commitment to equity and transparency. Each offer is determined by education, years of experience, and alignment with compensation across similar roles within the district.
Work Environment
Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) part of the workday;
- Required to exert physical effort in handling objects more than 30 pounds rarely;
- Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals) rarely;
- Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements rarely;
- Normal setting for this job is an office/school setting.
Performance Evaluation
The employee will be evaluated based on the above position using either two methods: via COMPASS/LEADS or a NOLA-PS evaluating instrument. If the employee holds an Educational Leadership certification, he/she will be evaluated via COMPASS/LEADS to ensure renewal of certification.
EEOC Statement
NOLA Public Schools is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, genetic information, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, lawful alien status, national origin, age, marital status, and non-job related physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.
- Perform daily accounting tasks, including data entry, account reconciliations, and transaction processing
- Assist with monthly bank and general ledger reconciliations
- Support month-end and year-end close processes, including preparing reports and maintaining documentation
- Process and review disbursements, receipts, and procurement card transactions to ensure accuracy and proper coding
- Assist with grant tracking, fixed asset records, and student activity fund processing
- Maintain organized and accurate financial records in accordance with district policies and procedures
- Support audit preparation by compiling documentation and responding to requests from internal and external auditors
- Collaborate with departments to resolve discrepancies and ensure compliance with financial processes
- Provide support for payroll processing as needed, including assisting with W-2 and 1099 preparation
- Perform other duties as required.
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
- 2–4 years of accounting, bookkeeping, or finance-related experience preferred
- Experience working with financial systems or ERP platforms preferred
- Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial processes
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial reporting
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational and record-keeping skills
- Effective communication and customer service skills when working with internal stakeholders