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Duties

  ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

 

Qualifications:    BA degree with accounting coursework, proficient computer skills including Excel and experience with school related software (e.g. Infinite Visions, Skyward Fee Management) 

 

Reports to:    Assistant Superintendent for Finance & Operations

 

Evaluation:        As determined by the District

 

Work Calendar:    Full-Time, 12 month position

 

Position Goal:    To secure the smooth and efficient operation of the Business Office 

 

The Accounting Specialist shall be responsible for the following duties,

responsibilities and to perform other duties as assigned by the Administration:

 

Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent for Finance & Operations/Board:

 

  • Assist in preparation of reports for Board of Education meetings

  • Implement and observe all Board of Education policies and regulations and administrative rules and regulations

 

Office:

  • Performs and provides assistance in all functions relative to Purchasing and Accounts Payable

  • Reconciles p-card and vendor accounts

  • Maintain an inventory of all district equipment and prepares updates for the appraisal

  • Run and close out monthly financial reports

  • Maintain the Imprest and Petty Cash Funds

  • Maintain all record-keeping and processing for student-paid field trips

  • Coordinate and oversight of fee collection through Fee Management

  • Develops, communicates and plans accounts payable processes and procedures, and ensures external and internal controls and policies are adhered to

  • Maintain vendor files and contract information

  • Coordinate annual 1099 IRS reporting and W-9 recordkeeping

  • Liaison between schools, departments and vendors

  • Monitor grant expenditures and prepare grant claim applications and expenditure reports 

 

Individual:

  • Maintain confidentiality relative to all conversations, forms and other materials as related to this position

  • Attend meetings, seminars and workshops to remain current in related areas of this position

  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Administration

  • Be knowledgeable of the District Safety Plan

Qualifications

BA degree with accounting coursework, proficient computer skills including Excel and experience with school related software (e.g. Infinite Visions, Skyward Fee Management) 

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://www.applitrack.com/berkeley87/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp

Job Posting Date

6/5/2024

Start Date

7/1/2024