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- Req#: 2879
- Position Type:
Administration/ Accountant - Date Posted:
4/24/2024 - Location:
East Central District Office - '); 'Date Available:
Immediately - Closing Date:
05/04/2024 / Until Filled - Maintain the general ledger and prepare journal entries and budget transfers.
- Prepare income balance sheets, 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 or computers.
- Prepare, enter, and record disbursement of district funds. Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, proper codes, and budget availability.
- Reconcile ESS sub reports and post journal entrees.
- 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.
- Work with administrators, principals, directors, and staff regarding budget and accounting issues.
- 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.
- Maintain GASB87 leases on software
- Prepare monthly bank reconciliations for District-held checking accounts, research, reconcile items and prepare adjusting entries, as required.
- Process stop payment requests.
- Research outstanding checks, prepare unclaimed property reports and submit payments to the Comptroller’s Office, as necessary.
- Reconcile payroll and benefits payments to the general ledger. Assist Risk Management and Benefits staff as needed.
- Assist in year-end accounts payable closing procedures, verify general ledger balances and prepare adjusting entries, as required.
- Assist the accounting staff during peak times.
- Establish and maintain a positive attitude that promotes cooperation between staff members and budget managers that will lend support to the goals of the district.
- Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Maintain the general ledger and prepare journal entries and budget transfers.
- Prepare income balance sheets, 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 or computers.
- Prepare, enter, and record disbursement of district funds. Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, proper codes, and budget availability.
- Reconcile ESS sub reports and post journal entrees.
- 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.
- Work with administrators, principals, directors, and staff regarding budget and accounting issues.
- 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.
- Maintain GASB87 leases on software
- Prepare monthly bank reconciliations for District-held checking accounts, research, reconcile items and prepare adjusting entries, as required.
- Process stop payment requests.
- Research outstanding checks, prepare unclaimed property reports and submit payments to the Comptroller’s Office, as necessary.
- Reconcile payroll and benefits payments to the general ledger. Assist Risk Management and Benefits staff as needed.
- Assist in year-end accounts payable closing procedures, verify general ledger balances and prepare adjusting entries, as required.
- Assist the accounting staff during peak times.
- Establish and maintain a positive attitude that promotes cooperation between staff members and budget managers that will lend support to the goals of the district.
- Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
EAST CENTRAL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Job Announcement - April 24, 2024
Accountant
The position for an Accountant will be available immediately at East Central ISD. All individuals (district employees included) who are interested in this position must apply online through Frontline via the district website. The deadline for submitting an application is 4:00 pm., May 04, 2024, or until the position is filled.
POSITION FUNCTION/PURPOSE: Perform general accounting work relating to the preparation, administration, and control of the district financial resources.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
NOTE: Not all applicants will be interviewed. Each applicant’s resume, application, and other available information will be considered in the screening process. Only those persons currently meeting all minimum requirements will be screened.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, management, or related field, preferred
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of governmental accounting and auditing principles 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:
Four years accounting experience at a high level of responsibility
EQUIPMENT USED: Personal computer, printer, fax machine, copier, and calculator.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions to meet established deadlines. Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting. Prolonged use of computers. Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of a mouse; occasional reaching. Occasional light lifting and carrying (up to 45 pounds). Normal office environment. May work prolonged or irregular hours.
PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT: 226 days
SALARY: Administrative Pay Grade 102
Roland Toscano
Superintendent of Schools•An Equal Opportunity Employer•
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About the company
East Central Independent School District in San Antonio, Texas