What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at La Joya Independent School District?
Job Title: Accountant Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports to: Accounting Supervisor Pay Grade: AM 3
Dept./School: Business, Finance & Administrative Services Initiated Date: May 2026
WHO WE ARE
La Joya Independent School District (ISD) is committed to excellence for students and our community. We have a strong, 100-year, legacy in the Rio Grande Valley. The district’s vision - Educational Excellence: The Right of Every Student - conveys our urgent focus on students.
Our work is rooted in five district priorities, which require collaboration and deep commitment to supporting one another as we serve the community.
- Customer Service
- Trust & Transparency
- High-Quality Instruction
- Excellence in Leadership
- Integrity & Accountability
We are focused on ensuring every student in La Joya ISD has access to high-quality, best-fit, schools as we work to improve from a B-district to an A-rated district. We serve more than 22,000 students in more than 30 schools and span six municipalities, covering more than 220 square miles.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Accountant to support the financial operations of the district with accuracy and integrity. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical skills in governmental accounting, demonstrates a commitment to timely and accurate financial reporting, and thrives in a collaborative environment. This role requires strong accounting and analytical capabilities, attention to compliance with GAAP and GASB standards, and the ability to support audits, grants, and campus-level accounting activities. A successful candidate will take initiative, maintain strong internal controls, and provide responsive support to school and department leaders across the district.
WHY LA JOYA ISD
You will be joining a district that is building on a legacy of achievement while rapidly improving and creating systems to reach new heights for student outcomes and improving the District's overall operational efficiency and effectiveness. You will receive intentional, targeted support in your essential role in serving the Business, Finance and Administrative Services Department of the District. We are also a district focused on continuous improvement and rigorous analysis of the policies and procedures we have in place to ensure that the financial and business operations of the District are transparent to the public and in keeping with generally acceptable accounting principles.
Minimum Required Qualifications
Education:
- BBA in Accounting or related field required.
- MBA preferred.
Experience:
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in accounting or finance, preferably in a public or governmental organization.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Solid understanding of governmental accounting principles and GASB standards.
- Experience with general ledger, journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software systems.
- Effective communication and customer service skills for working with campuses and departments.
- Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and maintain accuracy under pressure.
- Familiarity with general ledger and grant accounting, payroll reconciliations, and audit preparation is preferred.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Accounting
- Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and maintain financial records according to governmental accounting principles and district procedures.
- Compute and prepare data for journal entry and budget transfers. Post Journal entries as needed.
- Support campus staff in financial recordkeeping and reconciliation of activity funds in accordance with district policies
- Prepare income statements, balance sheets, consolidated statements, and other statements and reports for all fund types as reported in the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
- Monitor and reconcile expenditures with budget availability.
- Monitor and reconcile all payroll and benefit accounts.
- Record tax collections, perform bank reconciliations, account for grant expenditures, process sales tax reports, provide financial data for transportation reports, and gather data for the indirect cost worksheet.
- Review and verify accuracy of journal entries, accounting methods, and procedures.
- Assist with year-end closing processes and ERP system tasks as directed, including ledger closing and data validation activities.
- Prepare and submit monthly drawdowns for all grant funds.
- Assist during the annual financial audit and annual budget process, including the annual set up of all grant funds.
- Work with administrators, principals, directors, and staff regarding budget and accounting issues.
- Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Records and Reports
- Prepare timely audit schedules and financial statements according to federal, state, and GASB standards.
- Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required, including auditable records and financial statements
- Assist in maintaining accurate capital asset records, including tagging, tracking, and reconciling fixed assets with general ledger accounts.
- Coordinate with grant managers and the accounting supervisor to ensure timely and accurate grant reporting and compliance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Safety:
- Performs preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and ensures equipment operates safely.
- Follows established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing; operates tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
- Corrects unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly reports any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- None
Personal Work Relationships
- All La Joya ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District’s mission, vision, and strategic goals.
- Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct, and work ethic.
- Demonstrates high-quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer.
- Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork; responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations.
Travel Requirements
- Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings, as required.
Physical & Mental Demands, Work Hazards
- Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals.
- Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
- Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
- Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
- Environment: Works in an office setting; may require occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours.
- Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.
- Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.
Position Working Days:
226 Days
NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive description of all work requirements and responsibilities, and management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other responsibilities be performed when the job changes. Additionally, the minimum level of education notated as a requirement could be supplemented by commensurate experience and/or certification(s) or license(s) as determined by the hiring manager.
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