Wichita Falls ISD is hiring: Accountant in Wichita Falls

Job Title: Accountant

Reports to: Accounting Supervisor

Dept. /School: Finance Department

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Pay Grade: Business 2/240 Days

Date Revised: 03/06/2023

Primary Purpose

Perform general accounting work relating to the preparation, administration, and control of the district financial resources.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance-related field

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 and document 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:

Two years accounting experience at a high level of responsibility

School district accounting preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Accounting

• 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 computer.
• Prepare, enter, and record disbursement of district funds.
• Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, proper codes, and budget availability.
• Prepare bank deposits by compiling data, verifying and balancing receipts, and sending cash, checks, or other forms of payment to banks.
• Reconcile records of bank transactions.
• 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.

Administration

• Work with administrators, principals, directors, and staff regarding budget and accounting issues.

Records and Reports

• Record, store, and analyze information using accounting software.
• 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.
• Develop and maintain accurate charts of accounts, including the allocation of program income and outlays and in-kind contributions.
• Assist in the resolution of audit exceptions and implementation of auditors’ recommendations.
• Work in coordination with Region 9’s business office.

Other

• Other duties assigned by supervisor
• Regular attendance

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Equipment Used

Personal computer, printer, fax machine, copier, scanner and calculator

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Demands: Repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex, (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice.

The district Title IX Coordinator is Denise Williams, Director of Human Resources, 1104 Broad St., Wichita Falls, TX 76307 940-235-1012 dwilliams@wfisd.net

Questions regarding posted positions should be addressed to Human Resources: 940-235-1012.