Job Title: Accountant Wage/Hour Status:  
Reports To: Asst. Superintendent for Finance Pay Grade: ADM 1B
Dept./School: Administration Date Revised: October 11, 2006
 
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 principals 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 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
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Accounting  
 

Maintain the District's general ledger and prepare journal entries

 

Prepare balance sheets, income 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 and computers

 

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

 

Assist in reconcile of 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

 

Create/revise written accounting procedures

Administration:

 
 

Disseminate certain accounting procedures to field/school staff

 

Review/verify the accounting records of the school locations
Prepare schedules for application of grant reimbursements

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

Other:  
  Assign work to accounting clerk and other employees engaged in accounting activities
Supervisory Responsibilities:
  None.
Equipment Used:
  Personal computer, printer, fax machine, copier, and calculator
Working Conditions:
  Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
  Repetitive hand motions, prolonged use of computer