District Accountant

Job Summary

The School District Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting budgeting and financial reporting processes, and ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and district policies.

The Accountant plays a key role in supporting the district's financial operations, helping ensure the responsible stewardship of public funds.

Under the supervision of the Director of Business Services, performs the following essential accounting and financial duties and responsibilities:

Duties

• Maintains chart of accounts.
• Generates and tracks all agency billings including contracts and general accounts receivable. Reviews cash receipts, including accounting for credit card payments and e-commerce transactions.
• Grant management
• Takes a leading role in month-end close, year-end close, audit preparation, ledger reconciliation, and required School District fiscal reporting.
• Creates and maintains balance sheet and account reconciliations, including bank/cash reconciliations.
• Prepares and posts approved journal entries and cash receipts. Maintains revenue reconciliations and corresponding reports.
• Applies principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports for management.
• Assists in maintaining cash flow projections.
• Other accounting functions include: data importing and exporting, maintaining fiscal procedure documentation and forms, upholding internal controls, and other tasks.
• Provide assistance and support to colleagues within the Business Office as needed.
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of accounting processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong accounting knowledge, including general ledger management, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with accounting software, spreadsheets, and data analysis tools used for budgeting and financial tracking.
• Ability to interpret and apply financial regulations, district policies, and basic governmental or fund accounting principles.
• Effective organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail and accuracy in financial documentation.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information to non-financial staff.
• Capacity to work collaboratively with school leaders, administrative staff, and external auditors while maintaining confidentiality.
• Bachelor’s degree Preferred in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; Associates Degree in Accounting with experience
• Experience in public sector or school district finance is beneficial.
• Microsoft Excel
• Skyward Financial Software
• Commitment to ethical conduct, continuous learning, and supporting the district’s educational mission.

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 457(b)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person