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Director of Accounting

Sarasota County Schools
Sarasota, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/29/2026

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ACCOUNTING DIRECTOR


SALARY SCHEDULE: ADMINISTRATIVE – G – STARTS AT $108,463


QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in finance, Accounting or other finance-related field from an accredited educational institution OR Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or other finance-related field from an accredited educational institution supplemented with seven (7) years of directly related professional experience.

• Minimum of five (5) years successful experience in governmental accounting.

• Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience.

• Certified Public Accountant preferred.


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of public sector multi-fund finance and budget procedures and practices as prescribed by generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP); governmental accounting, auditing and financial reporting (GAAFR), governmental accounting standards board (GASB) pronouncements, and governmental accounting and auditing, standards (GAAS).

• Knowledge of Federal, state and local laws, rules, regulations and policies governing the use of and accountability of public funds

• Ability to translate accounting transactions, policies and practices into a coordinated system of financial reporting. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

• Positive interpersonal skills. Ability to organize, prioritize and delegate functions.

• Technology expertise.

• Ability to align organizational mission with financial resources.


REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent-Chief Financial Officer


JOB OBJECTIVE: Provide leadership and oversight to ensure compliance within the appropriate federal, state and local regulations and provide accountability for the financial transactions of the District efficiently. 


SUPERVISES: Accounting Supervisor Fund Specialists Finance Specialist


NOTE: All applicants must apply at www.sarasotacountyschools.net/jobs

Salary : $108,463

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