Interview Bookkeeping

School Finance/Bookkeeper Interview Questions

Name of Person Interviewed: ________________________________________

Date: ______________

Directions: Explain the purpose of the interview, and how the information will be used. (You may be asked to submit the questions prior to the interview). Ask the questions and record the individual’s responses.

School Description: Briefly describe your school district including the demographics?

How do you view your role as a Bookkeeper?

What are your major functions? What percent of your time is spent in each function?

Function Percent of Time

What specific competencies do you consider important to accomplish you responsibilities?

What type of experience would best prepare someone for a position like yours?

How many people are you responsible to and for?

To what extent do you work with the administrative team?

To what extent do you work with the Principal?

How does your role help in attainment of the district goals?

What impact does your position have on students?

To what extent is public relations involved in your job?

What is the most rewarding part of your job?

How would you describe a highly effective administrator?

What budget and finance knowledge do you feel is important for an administrator to have?

Do you have any recommendations for me as a potential administrator in terms of how I plan for?

* Working with someone in your position?

* Knowledge of budget and finance?

* Budget and Finance Training?