Staff Accountant

Location: Central Office

Reports to: Business Manager

Job goal: To assist in the administration of the fiscal affairs of the District efficiently, expeditiously and to the ultimate benefit of each individual student enrolled.

Qualifications

• B.S. or B.A. in accounting, finance, or business administration
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in accounting in a public school district environment
• Knowledgeable in GAAP and GASB statements
• Excellent skills in accounting software and spreadsheets
• Familiarity with ProSoft financial and real estate software is a plus
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Prepares the monthly financial reports for all funds, journal entries and budgetary transfers and review accounts for accuracy
• Maintains and tracks the financial aspects of the District's local, federal and state grants
• Analyzes specific accounting operations for the purpose of ensuring efficiency and adherence to established internal policies and procedures
• Recommends accounting procedures for the purpose of maintaining accurate records and internal controls throughout the district and ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements
• Assists Business Manager with the implementation of GASB pronouncements
• Maintains cash flow schedule for cash requirements and investment decisions
• Provides financial reporting on the various projects as needed
• Maintains the fixed asset system as required for financial reporting
• Provides oversight of the Athletic and Student Activity accounts
• Maintains and keeps current District Financial Policies
• Recommends and monitors procedures in regard to real estate taxes and acts as liaison for the twelve (12) tax collectors
• Reviews purchasing procedures to ensure that the District is complying with state regulations
• Reviews the District's internal financial procedures to determine risk and develop written procedures including appropriate internal controls to minimize financial risk to the District
• Reviews all contracts to ensure compliance with its terms
• Works with external auditors providing necessary documentation
• Performs other functions as assigned by the Business Manager

Terms of Employment

Salary, work schedule, evaluation and other conditions of employment are in accordance with current Act 93 agreement.