What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Conejo Valley Unified School District?
APPLICATION PROCESS
Complete the on-line application by clicking the "Apply" link above. Do not abbreviate job titles for yourself or employers. All pertinent employment with a Temporary Agency must indicate frequency and length of assignment. Prior to submitting your application, verify it reflects all relevant experience and education.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
1. Training and Experience Evaluation - Pass/Fail
Applications will be screened for best qualified applicants to compete in the competitive examination process.
For those passing the Training and Experience Evaluation (notified after the recruitment closing date):
2. Performance Examination – Date: TBD
The Performance Examination will consist of document creation/revision utilizing Microsoft Office Excel 2010, as well as an on-line multiple choice examination assessing fundamental knowledge for the position.
For those passing the Performance Examination:
3. Structured Oral Interview – Date TBD
The Structured Oral Interview will be before a panel and contain questions that assess technical knowledge, experience, and one's general fitness for successful performance in the position.
A total score will be computed using weighted scores on all testing components. Applicants must receive a passing score on the oral examination to be placed on the year-long eligibility list. The top 3 ranks (scores) on the eligibility list are eligible for the hiring interview for each vacancy in this classification within the life of the list.
BASIC POSITION FUNCTION
To perform professional level accounting and complex professional accounting duties related to financial analysis and preparation of required financial reports; assist in budget development and control; review and implement laws and District policies; train department personnel and perform a variety of other duties relative to assigned area of responsibility.Performs complex and technical accounting work in the maintenance of records of revenues, appropriations, expenditures and special funds; schedules journal vouchers and reconciliations to produce accurate periodic reports for assigned funds; analyzes cost data and prepares project accounting reports.
Compiles annual revenue buget for District funds; prepares projections of revenues, budget estimates and supporting schedules; monitors and reports on budget and revenue account status.
Analyzes and interprets new state and Federal legislation pertaining to numerous income schedules to determine impact on new or existing programs;
Gathers, reviews and analyzes data pertinent to problem areas assigned for study such as use of salary savings, projected budgetary impact of proposed course of action, compliance of fiscal procedures with applicable statutes and regulations;
Performs internal audits of income and expenditures and checks and reviews all district accounts including student body funds that may have a major impact on the financial status of various programs;
Compiles data for financial reports requiring application of accounting principles and judgment;
Assists in administrative and financial analyses and verification of fiscal reports and statements, expenditures, revenues and other financial transactions;
Analyzes documents, reports and records concerned with various state apportionments, tax rates, reimbursements and expenditures;
Prepares profit and loss statements applicable to special programs;
Performs related duties as required.Experience:
Three years of full time, paid professional level experience in the field of auditing and accounting involving preparation and analytical examination of financial statements and reports.
Education:
Graduation from college with a major in accounting, business administration or related field (additional qualifying experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years.)Knowledge of:
Principles, procedures and methods of governmental accounting;
Principles of budget preparation, control and analysis;
Methods and procedures of financial analysis and research;
Principles and procedures of financial record keeping;
Automated accounting systems and procedures and operation of personal computers;
Modern office procedures, methods and equipment, including computers;
Pertinent Federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations including California School District
accounting and financial rules.
Ability to:
Conduct meetings and instruct groups or individuals in financial record keeping work;
Communicate effectively orally and in writing;
Prepare clear and accurate financial statements and reports;
Interpret and implement codes, statutes and legislative enactments;
Make arithmetic calculations with speed and accuracy;
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions;
Work with a minimum of supervision;
Prepare, maintain and control budgets;
Operate a computer and modern software to develop, direct and maintain a computerized finance program;
Provide information and assistance to parents, the general public and other staff members in a helpful, courteous and timely manner.
Complete the on-line application by clicking the "Apply" link above. Do not abbreviate job titles for yourself or employers. All pertinent employment with a Temporary Agency must indicate frequency and length of assignment. Prior to submitting your application, verify it reflects all relevant experience and education.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
1. Training and Experience Evaluation - Pass/Fail
Applications will be screened for best qualified applicants to compete in the competitive examination process.
For those passing the Training and Experience Evaluation (notified after the recruitment closing date):
2. Performance Examination – Date: TBD
The Performance Examination will consist of document creation/revision utilizing Microsoft Office Excel 2010, as well as an on-line multiple choice examination assessing fundamental knowledge for the position.
For those passing the Performance Examination:
3. Structured Oral Interview – Date TBD
The Structured Oral Interview will be before a panel and contain questions that assess technical knowledge, experience, and one's general fitness for successful performance in the position.
A total score will be computed using weighted scores on all testing components. Applicants must receive a passing score on the oral examination to be placed on the year-long eligibility list. The top 3 ranks (scores) on the eligibility list are eligible for the hiring interview for each vacancy in this classification within the life of the list.
BASIC POSITION FUNCTION
To perform professional level accounting and complex professional accounting duties related to financial analysis and preparation of required financial reports; assist in budget development and control; review and implement laws and District policies; train department personnel and perform a variety of other duties relative to assigned area of responsibility.Performs complex and technical accounting work in the maintenance of records of revenues, appropriations, expenditures and special funds; schedules journal vouchers and reconciliations to produce accurate periodic reports for assigned funds; analyzes cost data and prepares project accounting reports.
Compiles annual revenue buget for District funds; prepares projections of revenues, budget estimates and supporting schedules; monitors and reports on budget and revenue account status.
Analyzes and interprets new state and Federal legislation pertaining to numerous income schedules to determine impact on new or existing programs;
Gathers, reviews and analyzes data pertinent to problem areas assigned for study such as use of salary savings, projected budgetary impact of proposed course of action, compliance of fiscal procedures with applicable statutes and regulations;
Performs internal audits of income and expenditures and checks and reviews all district accounts including student body funds that may have a major impact on the financial status of various programs;
Compiles data for financial reports requiring application of accounting principles and judgment;
Assists in administrative and financial analyses and verification of fiscal reports and statements, expenditures, revenues and other financial transactions;
Analyzes documents, reports and records concerned with various state apportionments, tax rates, reimbursements and expenditures;
Prepares profit and loss statements applicable to special programs;
Performs related duties as required.Experience:
Three years of full time, paid professional level experience in the field of auditing and accounting involving preparation and analytical examination of financial statements and reports.
Education:
Graduation from college with a major in accounting, business administration or related field (additional qualifying experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years.)Knowledge of:
Principles, procedures and methods of governmental accounting;
Principles of budget preparation, control and analysis;
Methods and procedures of financial analysis and research;
Principles and procedures of financial record keeping;
Automated accounting systems and procedures and operation of personal computers;
Modern office procedures, methods and equipment, including computers;
Pertinent Federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations including California School District
accounting and financial rules.
Ability to:
Conduct meetings and instruct groups or individuals in financial record keeping work;
Communicate effectively orally and in writing;
Prepare clear and accurate financial statements and reports;
Interpret and implement codes, statutes and legislative enactments;
Make arithmetic calculations with speed and accuracy;
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions;
Work with a minimum of supervision;
Prepare, maintain and control budgets;
Operate a computer and modern software to develop, direct and maintain a computerized finance program;
Provide information and assistance to parents, the general public and other staff members in a helpful, courteous and timely manner.
Salary : $81,017 - $98,105