Accountant

Job Title/Position Accountant Department/School Central Office Administration Pay Information Professional Compensation Plan - Pay Grade (P2) Supervised By Chief Financial Officer FLSA Exempt Primary Purpose Perform professional accounting work involving compilation, consolidation, analysis and reporting of financial data. Qualifications (Experience/Education/Certification) Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, and/or finance Experience Two years of school accounting experience at a high level of responsibility Major Responsibilities Accounting Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and maintain financial records according to governmental accounting principles and district procedures. Compute and prepare data for journal entry and budget transfers. Prepare income statements, balance sheets, consolidated statements, and other statements and reports. Monitor and reconcile expenditures with budget availability. Set up and maintain account controls, logs, and files. Perform cost accounting activities, bank reconciliation, or accounting for grant expenditures. Review and verify the accuracy of journal entries, accounting methods, and procedures. Administration Work with administrators, principals, directors, and staff regarding budget and accounting issues. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. Records and Reports Prepare timely audit schedules and financial statements according to federal, state, and GASB standards. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required, including auditable records and financial statements. Special Knowledge/Skills Knowledge of governmental accounting and auditing principles established by the Governmental Accounting System Board (GASB) Knowledge of computerized accounting systems Ability to analyze and interpret financial data, evaluate accounting problems, develop data, and recommend improved procedures Ability to use software to develop complex accounting reports, spreadsheets, and databases Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Supervisory Responsibilities None. Working Conditions (Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Demands) Use of standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals; prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling and twisting; repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching; occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may work prolonged or irregular hours; occasional district-wide travel; work with frequent interruptions; and maintain emotional control under stress. The foregoing statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities required. The district shall not fail or refuse to hire or discharge any individual, or otherwise discriminate against any individual with respect to compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment because of the individual's race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Nor shall the district limit, segregate, or classify its employees or applicants for employment in any way that would deprive or tend to deprive an individual of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status as an employee because of the individual's race, color, religion, sex or national origin. #J-18808-Ljbffr