What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at Big Spring ISD?
Primary Purpose:
Perform professional accounting work involving compilation, consolidation, analysis and reporting of financial data.
| Qualifications: Education/Certification: Bachelor's degree in accounting 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 Experience: Two years minimum accounting experience at a high level of responsibility |
| Major Responsibilities and Duties: Accounting 1. Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and maintain financial records according to governmental accounting principles and district procedures. 2. Compute and prepare data for journal entry and budget transfers. 3. Prepare income statements, balance sheets, consolidated statements, and other statements and reports. 4. Monitor and reconcile expenditures with budget availability. 5. Set up and maintain account controls, logs, and files. 6. Monitor and process local expenditures through requisitions, budget coding, purchasing and payments. 7. Point of contact with the campuses regarding purchasing (i.e. answering questions, transferring budgets, coding questions, etc.). 8. Process credit applications. 9. Create, compile, summarize and monitor catalog bids and vendor lists. 10. Establish and monitor personnel as needed in accounting/purchasing software as well as copier systems. 11. Develop and monitor payments/deposits electronically. 12. Review and verify accuracy of various payroll functions. 13. Special projects as needed. Administration 14. Work with administrators, principals, directors, and staff regarding budget and accounting issues. 15. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. Records and Reports 16. Prepare timely audit schedules and financial statements according to federal, state, and GASB standards. 17. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required, including auditable records and financial statements. Other Assign work to accounting clerk and other employees engaged in accounting activities. Supervisory Responsibilities: None. Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress |
