Location: Corpus Christi,TX, USA
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JOB STATUS: Until Filled POSTING DATE: 12/03/2024 POSTING NUMBER: 00008711 LOCATION: FINANCE POSITION TITLE: Senior Accountant
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
* Required: Bachelor's Degree with major in Accounting or Finance
* Preferred: Certified Public Accountant or CPA Candidate
Experience:
* Required: Minimum of Five years' experience in accounting or finance, two years' experience in a supervisory position
* Preferred: Experience with Texas school district or other governmental accounting
Technology Proficiency:
* Software productivity tools (i.e., Microsoft Office)
* Printers
* Electronic File Management
* CCISD Acceptable Use Policy
* Proficiency in job-related financial system applications
Personal:
* Knowledge of generally accepted government auditing standards, generally accepted accounting principles for state and local governments, Texas Education Agency Financial Accountability System Resource Guide, and effective internal controls over financial records
* Familiar with Texas Education Agency's Financial Accountability System Resource Guide (FASRG)
* Familiar with the Texas Education Code
* Experience in planning, developing and implementing sound business procedures
* Ability to motivate staff members
* Ability to exercise initiative and make firm and impartial decisions based on policies and sound accounting or business practices
* Ability to work effectively with diverse groups and individuals
* Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
* Ability to work independently and make recommendations that will improve and enhance operations in the Office of Finance
* Ability to train others and supervise their work performance.
* Knowledge of budgeting and competent understanding of various accounting and reporting systems
* Proficient in the use of personal computers and the use of spreadsheet software for financial analysis and reporting. Knowledge of word processing and presentation software for reporting and communicating to others
FUNCTION:
The Senior Accountant, under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), is responsible for maintaining the District's accounting for and reporting on capital projects funds activity, financial analysis and projections, MAC/SHARS reconciliations, and preparation of monthly financial statements. Maintain all activity relating to Debt Service, providing oversite and guidance to the Accounts Payable Department and other special projects as determined by the CFO. The Senior Accountant will collaborate closely with the Accountant-Accounts Payable as projects relate to this area of responsibility
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & REQUIREMENTS:
Financial Reports
* Prepare quarterly financial statements for the Board of Trustees for the General Fund, Food Service Fund, Debt Service Fund, and Internal Service Funds.
* Verify all inter-funds by fund are in balance and reconcile if necessary.
Bond Funds
* Review expenditures for proper project approval, verify proper coding, prepare timely reports, and communicate with Office of Purchasing and Distribution and Accounts payable as necessary
* Prepare monthly reports with remaining bond fund balances
MAC/SHARS
* Responsible for MAC/SHARS monthly, quarterly and annual timely reporting to ensure the maximum amount of reimbursement is received
Debt Service Funds
* Review and post existing debt interest accruals, amortization of issuance costs, premium and discounts
* Initiate payments of principal and interest
* Input new debt issuances
* Budget annual debt expense payments
Accounts Payable
* Assist in training, motivating, guiding and monitoring accounts payable staff.
* Review processes and procedures to ensure maximum efficiency.
* Reconcile outstanding encumbrances at year end to ensure accuracy for the following year and the financial audit
* Analyze bond project application payment requests. Ensure purchase order, retaining and correct account numbers are charged. Research prior payments and outstanding balances
Other
* Maintain financial analysis and schedules for use in the Certified Annual Financial Report and other requested analysis as needed
* Title I Comparability
* Maintenance of Effort
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Accountant-Accounts Payable and guidance with Accounts Payable Specialists
WORKING CONDITIONS:
* Ability to work effectively with diverse groups and individuals
* Ability to manage capricious situations involving the public, parents, employees and professionals at all levels of the community in a fair and impartial manner
* Display initiative, motivation, and exercise sound judgment
* Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally
* Occasional district travel may be required
* Extended and irregular work hours may occasionally be required
* Ability to receive/convey information and/or instruction from internal/external customers through spoken expression
* Ability to manipulate tools/equipment/keyboards
* Ability to see detailed information, naturally and with correction
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skill that may be required.
Job Description Revised December 2, 2024
REPORTS TO/SUPERVISES:
Chief Financial Officer
OTHER INFORMATION:
Interested applicants must complete the following:
* Online Professional Application (link at bottom of page), uploading a current resume, copies of transcripts and certifications, and letter of interest addressed to Ms. Debbie Cruz, Chief Human Resources Officer.
* You must provide 3 references, including their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers so that they may be contacted electronically or by phone. Our online application system will email links to the references listed in your application, and they will complete the reference form online.
One of the 3 references must be from your current principal. The other two references may be an assistant principal, athletic director, department head, co-worker or anyone else who can provide insight into your job performance. If you have no experience in a school district, then a reference from your current supervisor is required.
All online reference forms must be completed by the job closing date (mailing address below).
Submit Letter of Interest, resume, and documents to:
Office of Human Resources,
Attention: Ms. Debbie Cruz, Chief Human Resources Officer
PO Box 110,
Corpus Christi, Texas 78403-0110
or fax to 361-###-####
or contact:
Heather Ybarbo - (361) ###-####
Professional Applicant Specialist
...@ccisd.us
CCISD Human Resources
801 Leopard
Corpus Christi, Texas.
The application for this posting includes a one-way video interview through our partner Spark Hire. Click here for more information about one-way video interviews: APPLY TO:
Select the Professional Application in our online application system (link below). All applications must be submitted by 4:30 pm local time on the closing date.
GRADE / STEP: ADMN/205 SALARY: Salary range is $308.97 to $444.61 daily (individual salary calculation is based on applicable experience)
See the CCISD Salary Schedule handbook for information regarding initial salary placement. DAYS: 226 START DATE: Upon Hire