Accountant

LEAP Academy University Charter School is seeking a Accountant to provide accounting support for the School Business Administrator and Business Office Services essential to the preparation, administration, supervision and control of the district financial operations.Essential Functions (Under the direction and authority of the SBA)Keeping current and accurate account of all financial transactions and reconciliation with the school treasurer.Proficient in all budgetary and payroll operations programmed into the equipment, i.e., encumbrances, cash disbursements, reconstruction of appropriation line item cards, cash receipts, appropriation account and control cards, and general ledger recordVerification of monthly food service transactions and recordsBid and Quotation distribution and receiptPreparation and analysis of annual property, liability insurance renewalAssist in school budget preparationStudent accident claims and follow-up activitiesFollow up on all insurance claims, unemployment claims and worker's compensation claimsInput and reconcile staff absences with payrollAssists with the preparation of accounts and records for the annual district audit Performance ResponsibilitiesSupport all phases of the budget throughout the year; analyze budget variances, prepare budget reports as requested by the School Business AdministratorKeep accurate and detailed accounts of all financial transactions as prescribed by statute, administrative code and Board policyPrepare and maintain monthly district financial reportsProvide general oversite of purchases, care and delivery of school supplies and equipment approved for use in the schoolsPrepare financial reports for all governmental agencies including the reporting for federal and state fundingManage special revenue funds (grants) and prepare payment request applications through EWEGResponsible for all out of district tuitions received/paid and maintenance of related accounts/ledgersPrepare/supervise reconciliation of bank accountsPrepare records for annual audit and participates in the audits of the district's accountsMaintain districts fixed assets listings and facilitate annual appraisal reportingDemonstrated experience in the use of Excel spreadsheets, Word Processing and Database softwarePrefer two (2) years of experience in school district business office and a minimum of two (2) years post-secondary training in business/administrative office operations. Other relevant business experience can be considered in lieu of formal experienceAbility to work independently or in groupsGood oral and written communication skillsNotary Public preferredPerform other duties within the scope of the position as may be assignedQualificationsBachelor's Degree in Accounting/FinanceRelated experience in Governmental AccountingSchool auditing preferredSalary Range: $60,000 - $70,000TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Twelve month contracted position. Salary, hours and work year to be established by the Board in consultation with COO/ Lead Person or School Business Administrator.How To ApplyAll interested candidates should apply directly through the LEAP University Academy Charter School website in the "Careers" section: http://www.leapacademycharter.org/careers.html