Accountant

Accountant

Location: Central Office, Business Office

Reports To: Director of Finance and Operations

Salary: $60,000-$80,000-Commensurate with education and experience, Plus comprehensive benefits package and generous paid time off

Terms: Full time; 12 months

Date: July 22, 2026

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting required. Minimum three years' accounting experience, fund accounting preferred. Accounts payable and payroll experience is a plus. Experience with integrated computerized accounting systems required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required. Experience with WCRESA SMART software preferred. Ability to work independently and make good decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Duties of this job include but are not limited to:

• Process financial transactions and post to general ledger.
• Perform month-end closing activities and prepare monthly financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Assist in preparation and monitoring of annual budgets.
• Prepare and submit quarterly E-time invoices to Wayne RESA and billings.
• Reconcile bank accounts monthly.
• Assists in the property tax collection process and reconciliation.
• Assist in developing, implementing and monitoring internal controls.
• Assist and/or serve as backup for accounts payable function.
• Assist in maintaining a fixed asset program of all school property.
• Prepare and manage monthly cash flow report.
• Prepare and submit quarterly Medicaid cost reports.
• Prepare various financial reports and analysis as needed.
• Prepare schedules, gather information and assist auditors as needed.
• Prepares and/or assists in the preparation of local, state and federal reports, ensuring accurate and timely submissions including FID, SE-4094 and SE4096.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Finance and Operations.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds in supplies, which requires bending, stooping and lifting. The employee must be able to use a variety of instructional materials in the classroom. The employee must use hands and arms to manipulate objects. The employee must use keyboards, tools and other controls. The employee must sit and stand for long periods of time. The employee must have normal vision and hearing with or without aid. The employee must be able to move about assigned location unaided during the day.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job: The noise level in the work environment will vary and can range from soft to loud. Often the noise level in the work environment will be moderate to loud. The employee is required to interact with students, staff, parents/guardians and occasionally with the public. At times, the employee may be directly responsible for the safety and well-being of students.

Application Procedure: All applicants must complete an online application. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled. If you are selected for an interview, you will be notified via the email included on your application. Depending upon your email settings, the email may be delivered to your spam folder.

Non-Discrimination Statement: The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.