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ASBO International

Accountant

ASBO International, Sumner, Washington, United States, 98390

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This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations are made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

Prepares monthly journal entries and reconciles general ledger accounts for all district funds:

General Fund

Associated Student Body (ASB) Fund

Capital Projects Fund

Debt Service Fund

Transportation Vehicle Fund

Reconciles all district bank accounts and financial records with the County Treasurer’s office; resolves outstanding warrants

Processes all revenue, including impact fees, donations, daily receipts, and cash transmittals

Serves as District contact for rules regarding donations and appropriate procedure for acceptance of funds

Administers, supports and provides training on the District’s cash receipting system

Uploads daily payment transactions District wide and reconciles to bank deposits for cash and credit cards

Prepares, reconciles and remits cash transmittals

Handles all accounts receivable functions including the billings, payments, reconciliation, control account and aging report

Reviews and processes payroll adjustments, verify account coding, and oversees federal grant time and effort reporting

Serves as lead contact and trainer for:

ASB Bookkeepers regarding ASB Fund accounting and compliance requirements

Administrative Secretaries on Business Office procedures

Conducts annual internal audits of ASB, school buildings and departments

Prepares budget transfers and assists with annual budget development, especially as it relates to ASB

Processes ASB accounts payable according to established District procedures; maintains contact with vendors to clarify ASB invoices; checks ASB invoices and matches with ASB purchase orders and receivers; resolves related issues

Processes ASB affidavits/requests for ASB warrant replacement and ASB warrant cancellations according to established procedures

Reviews accounts payable, including invoices and credit card transactions

Maintains the Business Services Accounting dashboard and District’s chart of accounts in compliance with state and district guidelines

Provides financial reports and supports to schools, departments, administrators, and the State Auditor’s Office

Files required sales, excise, and compensating tax returns and ensures ongoing compliance with applicable regulations

Develops financial spreadsheets and performs data analysis as needed

Assists in reviewing and improving internal financial and budgetary processes

Provides backup support to the Accounting Manager and Accounting Technician as needed

Participates in continuous improvement efforts to increase process efficiency

Participates in staff and department meetings

Performs other duties as assigned

Works collaboratively within the professional learning community of the school and district

Reports to work with regular and reliable attendance and punctuality

Upholds board policy, district and building policies and goals

Minimum Qualifications

Associate’s Degree in Accounting, Business, or related field

or

equivalent demonstrated knowledge and experience, which may include a combination of formal training and professional certification such as:

Certified School Business Specialist (CSBS) in Accounting from WASBO

Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) designation through GFOA

Completion of college-level accounting coursework

Accounting certificate from an accredited college or university

At least three (3) years of demonstrated experience performing accounting and related financial duties; including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, cash receipting, financial reporting, and budgeting.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience working in a school district business services department

Experience and/or training with cultural, ethnic and language diversity

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