Primary Purpose:

Perform general accounting work relating to the preparation, administration, and control of the district financial resources.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance-related field

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of governmental accounting and auditing principles established by the Governmental Accounting System Board (GASB)

Ability to analyze and interpret financial data

Ability to analyze and evaluate accounting problems, develop data, and recommend improved procedures

Knowledge of computerized accounting systems and related software

Ability to work with numbers in an accurate and rapid manner

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Two years accounting or related experience preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Accounting

1. Maintain the general ledger and prepare journal entries and budget transfers. 
2. Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records using journals and ledgers or computer.
3. Perform cost accounting activities, bank reconciliation, or accounting for grant expenditures.
4. Set up and maintain account controls, logs, and files. 
5. Review and verify accuracy of journal entries, accounting methods, and procedures, including examining all computerized general ledger transactions for accuracy; make corrections as needed and inform CFO/Business Manager of problems.
6. Debit, credit, and total accounts on computer spreadsheets and databases using specialized accounting software.
7. Monitor and verify the activities of district disbursements, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of accounts payable, purchase orders, employee expense reports, cash control processing, and total payroll tax compliance.
8. Monitor and verify the activities of the district’s accounts receivables to ensure the accurate and timely management of all components, including billings and cash receipts.
9. Establish and maintain systems and controls which verify the integrity of all systems, processes and data, and enhance the district’s value.
10. Respond to CFO/Business Manager as assigned with accurate and timely work to facilitate financial needs.
11. Work with staff regarding budget and accounting issues, including monitoring and reconciliation of expenditures with budget availability.
12. Coordinate tasks with Payroll Specialist, Accounting Clerk, Accounts Payable Specialist and other employees engaged in accounting activities.

Records and Reports

1. Record, store, and analyze information using accounting software.
2. Prepare timely information requested by auditors and financial statements according to federal, state, and GASB standards.
3. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including auditable records and financial statements.

Other

1. Maintain confidentiality of information.
2. Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Accounting Clerk, Payroll Specialist, Accounts Payable Specialist

Equipment Used:

Personal computer, printer, fax machine, copier, and calculator.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Demands:

Repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer.