Director of Accounting & General Ledger

Job SummaryJOB TITLE:Director of Accounting and General LedgerREPORTS TO:Chief School Financial OfficerWORK DAYS:12 Months (240 Days)SALARY:Classified Schedule 64 -1 ($90,812 - $119,384)LOCATION:Central OfficeFLSA Status:EXEMPTXNON EXEMPTJOB DESCRIPTION:The purpose of the Director of Accounting and General Ledger is to provide general accounting support to Finance Department administration in order to maximize the fiscal efficiency and effectiveness of the Birmingham City School District.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:• Participate in the budgeting process and final budget preparation.• Monitor financial performance, compare actual to budget, and research/ analyze discrepancies to prepare journal entries when necessary.• Review internal controls of the district and segregation of duties, as related to fiscal procedures to protect the board's assets.• Prepare monthly and year-end financial statements and other required reports as needed.• Oversee and Coordinate the Annual Audit with the Examiners of Public Accounts and applicable district staff.• Submit financial statements and reports to the various governmental agencies and to School Board as required by law.• Ensure that Board's financial records are maintained in compliance with board policies and in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).• Oversee the general ledger accounting function, which includes cash management, bank reconciliations, financial reporting, and balance sheet management.• Assist the Chief School Financial Officer in the performance of their duties as needed.• Supervise the Local School Accounting Department and Senior Accountants in the Department.• Adhere to school system rules, administrative procedures, local board policies, and state and federal rules and regulations.• Performs other duties as assigned.REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:• Experience with budget preparation, designing, and maintaining accounting records and procedures, preparing financial statements and performing special projects.• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Business Administration from accredited college and five (5) years of successful experience in the field of governmental accounting required.Master's Degree in Accounting or Business-related field, preferred.Supervisory experience preferred. *SUCH ALTERNATIVES TO THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS AS THE BOARD MAY REQUIRE.APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:Completed Application (Hiretrue)Resume (uploaded to application)Three (3) returned References (Hiretrue)*PLEASE ENSURE ALL INFORMATION IS CURRENT WITHIN A 6 MONTH PERIOD*PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity are required to perform job responsibilities.REVISED:May 2026