Accountant (2026-2027 School Year)

Assist with administration of the district's accounting office. Perform general accounting and maintain district financial records. Monitor and control grant/award programs and construction accounts.Qualifications:Education/Certification:Bachelor's degree in accounting, CPA preferredSpecial Knowledge/Skills:Knowledge of accounting principles and practicesProficient in computer software applications such as Word, Excel, e-mail, etc.Ability to detect and resolve problemsAbility to work with numbers in an accurate and rapid manner to meet established deadlinesStrong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skillsExperience:Three to five years of progressive accounting and software experience, preferably in a public school environment.Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the administration may find appropriate and acceptable.Major Responsibilities and Duties:Maintain complete and systematic records of the district's financial transactions.Process, maintain, and report on all federal, state, and local grants and/or awards.Assist district staff with budget revisions, research, and analysis for federal programs.Reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.Reconcile cash, investments, and tax revenues monthly to include bank and investment reconciliations.Prepare monthly and quarterly board reports.Maintain general ledger and prepare and record monthly journal entries to include revenue, tax, interest income, etc.Assist with preparation for annual financial audit including fixed asset maintenance, year-end entries, account analysis, account reconciliations and audit schedules.Prepare documentation and assist with additional audits such as internal or TEA Audits.Prepare Texas Unclaimed Property Submission.Perform such other duties, and assume such other responsibilities, as may be assigned.Maintain confidentiality.Maintain effective rapport with faculty, staff, and general public, handling any problems or concerns in a prompt and courteous manner.Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.Performs other duties as the superintendent may assign.Supervisory Responsibilities:None.Customer Care Skills:Mental Demands/Physical Demands:Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripheralsPosture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twistingMotion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reachingLifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel and out-of-state travelMental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress.Salary:Pay Grade PG02, $353.45 - $417.32 daily rate, commensurate with experience according to District salary schedule.Days: