What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at Wichita Falls Independent School District?
Job Title: Accountant
Reports to: Accounting Supervisor
Dept. /School: Finance Department
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Pay Grade: Business 2/240 Days
Date Revised: 03/06/2023
Primary Purpose:
Perform general accounting work relating to the preparation, administration, and control of the district financial resources.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance-related field
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of governmental accounting and auditing principles established by the Governmental
Accounting System Board (GASB)
Ability to analyze and interpret financial data
Ability to analyze and evaluate accounting problems, develop data, and recommend and document improved procedures
Knowledge of computerized accounting systems
Ability to use personal computer and software to develop complex accounting reports, spreadsheets, and databases
Ability to work with numbers in an accurate and rapid manner
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Experience:
Two years accounting experience at a high level of responsibility
School district accounting preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Accounting
- Maintain the general ledger and prepare journal entries and budget transfers.
- Prepare income balance sheets, statements, consolidated statements, and other statements and reports.
- Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records using journals and ledgers or computer.
- Prepare, enter, and record disbursement of district funds.
- Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, proper codes, and budget availability.
- Prepare bank deposits by compiling data, verifying and balancing receipts, and sending cash, checks, or other forms of payment to banks.
- Reconcile records of bank transactions.
- Set up and maintain account controls, logs, and files.
- Review and verify accuracy of journal entries, accounting methods, and procedures.
- Debit, credit, and total accounts on computer spreadsheets and databases using specialized accounting software.
Administration
- Work with administrators, principals, directors, and staff regarding budget and accounting issues.
Records and Reports
- Record, store, and analyze information using accounting software.
- Prepare timely audit schedules and financial statements according to federal, state, and GASB standards.
- Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including auditable records and financial statements.
- Develop and maintain accurate charts of accounts, including the allocation of program income and outlays and in-kind contributions.
- Assist in the resolution of audit exceptions and implementation of auditors’ recommendations.
- Work in coordination with Region 9’s business office.
Other
- Other duties assigned by supervisor
- Regular attendance
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.
Equipment Used:
Personal computer, printer, fax machine, copier, scanner and calculator
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Demands:
Repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Equal Oportunity Employer: Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex, (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice.
The district Title IX Coordinator is Denise Williams, Director of Human Resources, 1104 Broad St., Wichita Falls, TX 76307 940-235-1012 dwilliams@wfisd.net
Questions regarding posted positions should be addressed to human resources 940-235-1012.
Salary : $56,280 - $77,834
