ACCOUNTANT I SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE - Associate degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required with at least three to five years of experience in public school accounting, accounts payable, purchasing and payroll
- Bookkeeping experience required
- General knowledge of budgeting and government accounting
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping
- Excellent analytical, problem solving, interpersonal and oral/written communication skills
- Experience with school accounting software preferred
- Ability to work independently and use independent judgment
- Ability to maintain exemplary attendance and punctuality and be available to work additional hours, as needed
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information responsibly and with integrity
- Ability to exhibit professionalism at all times
- Assist business manager with account coding
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Such duties and responsibilities as may be assigned, including but not limited to:
- Reconcile bank statements
- Assist with performance of year-end closing procedures and preparation of year-end financial statements
- Assist with preparation of annual budget, budget amendments and long range financial planning
- Maintains surety bond files and ensures proper coverage and payment
- Manages teacher procurement card process, maintains card inventories and assists with procurement card issues
- Coordinates the bid process for products and services requiring bids
- Prepares and submits legal advertisements for notices, hearings and other required posting
- Assists in the development of Business Office policies and procedures
- Verify/monitor time and attendance of central office employees
- Perform other tasks as assigned by Chief Financial Officer or Superintendent
- Receipt and recording of monies
REPORTS TO: Chief Financial Officer
LENGTH OF EMPLOYMENT: 12 months
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Exempt
SALARY: Salary and work year to be established by the Board of Trustees