What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Pasadena Unified School District?
Senior Accountant at Pasadena Unified School District
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7/17/2026 2:00 PM Pacific
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Step 1: $6,917 - Step 5: $8,081 Monthly
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About the Employer
Pasadena Unified School District serves the communities of Altadena, Pasadena, and Sierra Madre. The area is prominent for its numerous historical landmarks as well as the Rose Bowl Stadium and Tournament of Roses. PUSD currently serves over 15,000 students and is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all students and staff. We are proud to offer a competitive benefits package to our full time employees and discounts on before and after school child care for our employees. Join our team today!
Job Summary
Job Summary
Location: Fiscal Services Department Hours/Day: 8 hours/day Days/Week: 5 days/week Months/Year: 12 months/year Under general direction, performs professional level accounting work; supervises the operation of a major functional accounting or budget unit (e.g., Payroll, Accounts Payable or Receivable, Health Insurance, Budget Development, Federal Projects, etc.); prepares reports, statements and other documents.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education: Graduation from a recognized college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, business, public administration or related field, is required. One (1) year of graduate level course work in accounting, finance, business, public administration or related filed may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Units in government accounting, tax accounting, cost accounting and advanced accounting are preferred. Experience: Three (3) years of professional-level experience in accounting or finance work, in a private or public industry, including one (1) year of supervisory and/or lead experience in accounting or related field, is required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Employees must be physically and mentally able to perform the essential duties of a position with or without reasonable accommodation and without hazard to themselves or others.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: All applicants, including applicants presently employed by the Pasadena Unified School District, must complete an application online at www.edjoin.org. The application attachments must include: 1) Proof of completed education (awarded Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, business, public administration or related field) 2) Updated Resume 3) Letter of Introduction (Cover Letter) 4) Two (2) letters of recommendation, must be signed and dated within 12 months
Requirements / Qualifications
Education: Graduation from a recognized college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, business, public administration or related field, is required. One (1) year of graduate level course work in accounting, finance, business, public administration or related filed may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Units in government accounting, tax accounting, cost accounting and advanced accounting are preferred. Experience: Three (3) years of professional-level experience in accounting or finance work, in a private or public industry, including one (1) year of supervisory and/or lead experience in accounting or related field, is required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Employees must be physically and mentally able to perform the essential duties of a position with or without reasonable accommodation and without hazard to themselves or others.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: All applicants, including applicants presently employed by the Pasadena Unified School District, must complete an application online at www.edjoin.org. The application attachments must include: 1) Proof of completed education (awarded Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, business, public administration or related field) 2) Updated Resume 3) Letter of Introduction (Cover Letter) 4) Two (2) letters of recommendation, must be signed and dated within 12 months
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