Accountant

Accountant

Under the direction of the responsible administrator, assist in the administration, coordination and fiscal analysis of General Fund Unrestricted and Restricted budgets; participate in fiscal year budget preparation of total revenue and expenditures of the general fund; perform a variety of complex accounting analysis and reporting.

Representative duties include:

• Assist with the coordination and gathering of data and perform highly technical functions supporting yearly budget development and administration of the District General Fund Unrestricted and Restricted Budgets.
• Using position assignments, other relevant information and prior year statistical data, assist with the compilation of financial projections and budget data for the tentative and adopted budget for board approval; prepare budget documents for dissemination.
• Monitor District-wide General Fund Unrestricted and Restricted budget, revenue and expenditures for variances and to ensure compliance; advise senior management regarding budget adjustments on potential over expenditures and other budget issues; make recommendation for budget adjustments as necessary to meet operational needs.
• Monitor and reconcile budgeted revenue and revenue received by the District's numerous funding sources including apportionment and special revenue for the State Chancellor's Office; analyze and compile financial data for special projects, studies or analysis.
• Provide technical leadership, guidance and analytical support to District wide staff, including deans, directors, project coordinators and vice presidents regarding appropriate accounting methods, budget development and other budget-related issues for General Fund Unrestricted and Restricted Programs.
• Review board action items for financial impact and compliance with legal requirements; review, interpret and assist with the implementation of federal and state laws and District procedures, rules and regulations involving various projects, contracts, grants and financial reporting.
• Assist auditors in periodic audits of specially funded projects as well as District's yearly audit; provide for completeness and validity of documentation of financial transactions; compile necessary paperwork for auditors including paid invoices, contracts, time sheets, requested reports and other information as required; respond to auditor questions.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Education and experience: Any combination equivalent to: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field and four years of increasingly responsible professional-level experience in accounting in a community college or related District-level school setting.

Salary and benefits: Range 37, Steps 1-6, $5,801.00-$7,058.00. Initial placement for external applicants is Step 1. An excellent benefits package which includes medical, vision, dental, retirement, vacation, generous sick leave package, and life insurance is available for the employee and eligible dependents.

Working days and hours: Monday-Friday: 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (Approximately). Work schedule may be adjusted to meet the needs of the department.

Starting date: As soon as the successful candidate is identified and following the subsequent governing board approval.

Application deadline: All application materials must be received on-line at Position is open until filled. Applications received by the first screening deadline of 11:59 p.m. on Friday, August 24, 2018 are guaranteed to be reviewed by the selection committee. Any application received after the deadline is not guaranteed a review. Faxed materials are not accepted.

Application procedures: Submit the following application materials on-line at (1) Letter of application (cover letter) (2) On-line SWC application (3) Supplemental Questionnaire (4) Resume (5) Unofficial copies of college transcripts with date degree conferred It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all application materials are received by the deadline date. A separate, complete application packet is required for each position for which you are applying. All materials included in your application packet become District property, will not be returned, will not be copied, and will be considered for this opening only. We reserve the right to re-open, re-advertise, delay or cancel filling this position. Interview travel costs must be borne by the applicant. As an Equal Opportunity Employer and in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, Southwestern Community College District will make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.