Senior Accountant

Administrative - Professional-Technical - Accountant


Job Number 2000016898


Start Date


Open Date 03/24/2026


Closing Date


SENIOR ACCOUNTANT - BUSINESS

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under the general supervision of the Assistant Controller plans, coordinates and supervises various functions within the Business office, including proprietary funds, maintenance of the general ledger, and preparation of schedules and reports for the annual audit and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). Performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares complex financial schedules & statements.
• Monitor and record complex transactions, including revenue recognition, expense allocation, depreciation, and cost recovery.
• Complete accurate year-end closing entries, including accruals, deferrals, and capital asst adjustments.
• Perform and review bank and account reconciliations.(Cash, receivables, payables, inventories, capital assets, and depreciation.)
• Prepares journal entries for maintaining account balances, correcting entries, recording transfers of expenditures, and distributing costs.
• Conduct cost and variance analysis for assigned funds.
• Prepares audit schedules for the annual audit, quarterly financial reports for the proprietary funds, ACFR and Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA).
• Work with and provide training to staff accountants on accounting and system applications.
• Maintain and improve internal controls over financial processes and systems.
• Assists with maintaining the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed assets.
• Conducts accounting for the Nutrition Services Fund, Health Insurance Fund, Property Casualty Funds and Workers Compensation.
• Participate in financial system updates/implementation, testing, and workflow improvements.
• Maintain chart of accounts and ensure consistent coding of financial activity.

Communication and Collaboration

• Collaborates with various internal and external stakeholders to complete district wide projects and initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge and skills would be:

Education: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, business, or other related fields.

Experience: Three (3) years of professional accounting experience. Governmental accounting experience is preferred.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB)
• Fund accounting principles.
• Principles of supervision.

Skill in:

• Mathematical calculations.
• Financial Analysis.
• Microsoft Excel (pivot tables & lookup formulas)
• Training, mentoring, or supporting accounting staff.
• Managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines during the fiscal year.

Ability to:

• Clearly communicate financial information to staff and supervisors.
• Collaborate effectively with other departments and staff.
• Work independently with minimum supervision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Work Environment

• Exposure to weather: Use terms to represent commonality of use in context. Rarely
• Exposure to loud noises: Occasionally
• Working in confined spaces: Rarely
• Working at heights: Never
• Working with hazardous materials: Never

Physical Demands

• Lifting/Carrying: Never
• Standing/Walking: Occasionally
• Bending/Stooping: Rarely
• Reaching: Rarely
• Pushing/Pulling: Rarely
• Climbing: Never
• Fine motor skills: Rarely

Definitions:

• Never: The activity or condition does not occur.
• Rarely: The activity or condition occurs less than 10% of the time.
• Occasionally: The activity or condition occurs 10-30% of the time.
• Frequently: The activity or condition occurs 30-60% of the time.
• Continuously: The activity or condition occurs more than 60% of the time.

THIS JOB SPECIFICATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO IMPLY THAT THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE THE EXCLUSIVE STANDARDS OF THE POSITION. INCUMBENTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY OTHER INSTRUCTIONS, AND TO PERFORM ANY OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THEIR SUPERVISOR.

The Washoe County School District is committed to providing a safe and respectful learning and working environments for all students, staff, and visitors. The District prohibits bullying, cyber-bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and/or discrimination based on an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veterans or military status, marital status, disability or the presence of any sensory, physical or mental handicap in any of its educational programs/activities and employment, or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The district prohibits discrimination against any youth group listed in Title 36, as a patriotic society, (i.e., Boy Scouts of America) from access to public school facilities for use.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Washoe County School District is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The Washoe County School District is committed to providing all applicants and employees equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, military status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Here at Washoe County School District, we are a diverse group of people who honor the differences that drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our students and employees. We believe that through a culture of inclusivity, we have the power to reflect on the community we serve.

Site(s) Business & Finance, Nutrition Services


Internal Job Number 2025-26-P261497


Salary


Grade 27


Annual Salary: 77,680 (Entry Step)


Salaries are subject to adjustment and may increase and decrease each fiscal year. New employees hired by Washoe County School District are normally placed on the entry step of the grade of the position. View the salary schedules here.

Additional Job Information


Benefit packages are available for all employees, eligible employees who are regularly scheduled to work 27.5 hours per week or more receive full benefits of the District which include but are not limited to;

• No waiting period on Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Employees may select an insurance plan wherein WCSD contributes 100% of insurance premiums.
• Sick Leave, Holiday Pay and Vacation Pay
• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Contribution options will be explained in detail during the New Employee Orientation.
• Salary Increases
• Longevity Bonuses
• Guidance Resources
• And More - Visit our Benefits page for more information.
• Please be advised health insurance premiums are paid by employees at a prorated percent for those working less than full time.

New employees will be fingerprinted upon hire and will have $58.50 deducted from their first paycheck to help defray the cost of fingerprinting. Fingerprint fees are subject to change. Your job offer is conditional until a report is returned from the FBI and Nevada Department of Public Safety that meets the standards of WCSD for employment purposes.


Any applicant who would like to request a reasonable accommodation in any step of the selection process should contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.