Duncanville ISD is hiring: Accountant in Duncanville

Overview

Accountant position at Duncanville ISD. Primary purpose: Perform general accounting work relating to the preparation, administration, and control of the District’s financial resources.

Reports To: Director of Accounting

Dept./School: Business & Financial Services

Pay Grade: AM4

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance-related field, preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of governmental accounting standards established by the Governmental Accounting
• Knowledge of financial coding requirements from TEA’s Financial Accountability System Resource Guide
• Able to analyze and interpret financial data
• Excellent computer skills, including use of the MS Office bundle
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• Two years of accounting experience, preferred
• Skyward HR/Finance software experience preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Monitor and maintain accuracy of the general ledger by posting journal entries, budget amendments, cash receipts, wire transfers and other transactions as needed for complete and accurate reflection of the district’s financial transactions in the system of record.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations of bank accounts and investment accounts with general ledger accounts
• Approve all requisitions for proper general ledger account coding and identification of capital assets
• Track, balance and report on the district’s capital assets, for the annual audit and as needed during the fiscal year
• Review and approve all federal, state, and local grants and/or awards, including MAC and SHARS submissions
• Prepare monthly construction reports and assist in reconciling reports to the general ledger
• Assist in the preparation of all Business Office reports submitted to TEA, including PEIMS submissions
• Assist in annual budget development for all funds
• Prepare monthly budget and financial reports prepared for the Board of Trustees
• Assist with preparation for annual financial audit and preparation of the CAFR
• Assist in month-end and year-end reconciliations/processes
• Sales Tax reporting/remittance to the State
• Unclaimed Property transactions/remittance to the State
• Provide training/support on Business Office procedures to district staff, as needed
• Perform such other duties, and assume such other responsibilities, as may be assigned
• Maintain effective rapport with faculty, staff, and general public, handling any problems or concerns in a prompt and courteous manner
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Demands

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
• Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
• Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
• Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

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.