District Accountant

New Haven Unified School District

Purpose Statement 

The job of District Accountant is done for the purpose/s of providing accurate fiscal and budget analysis,  reconciliations, and postings; preparing financial statements, reports, project proposals, and attendance  reports; performing audits of records and project expenditures; and providing financial information to the  department administration and/or regulatory agencies. 

This job reports to Assigned Administrator 

Essential Functions 

  • Analyzes financial information for the purpose of identifying potential budget variances, compiling  statistical information, developing procedures, and conforming to established financial practices and  regulatory requirements. 
  • Audits records, project expenditures, internal controls, and district operations for the purpose of ensuring  compliance with GAAP, SACS, and federal and state laws and regulations. 
  • Compiles statistical and financial data (e.g. general ledger, District average daily attendance (ADA) for state reporting, district cash  deposits, booster billing, developer fees, etc.) for the purpose of providing financial summaries to other  personnel, and/or ensuring compliance with established guidelines. 
  • Coordinates a wide variety of accounting projects (e.g. district ADA reporting to the state, budget development,  internal site audit review, stipends, district transportation invoices, etc.) for the purpose of providing  required guidance and support. 
  • Monitors expenditures against budget and/or a wide variety of account information (e.g. payroll  authorizations, purchase requisitions, cash purchase reimbursement requests, etc.) for the purpose of  ensuring the accuracy of reported information, availability of funds, and compliance with established  financial guidelines and program policies, practices, and regulatory requirements. 
  • Participates in meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose of conveying and/or  gathering information required to perform job functions. 
  • Prepares a wide variety of finance-related documents (e.g. monthly invoices, billable, budget transfers,  etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information. 
  • Reconciles fiscal information and account balances (e.g. county/district bank accounts, accounts  receivable/payable, prepaid accounts, district co-curricular stipend authorizations, etc.) for the purpose of  verifying accuracy of information, maintaining accurate balances, and complying with accounting  practices. 
  • Researches a wide variety of financial topics (e.g. PayPal account, revolving fund bank accounts, site  ASB accounts, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and/or resolving any issues that impact the organizations operations. 
  • Responds to inquiries from a wide variety of internal and external sources for the purpose of providing  information, direction, and/or appropriate referrals. 
  • Trains district staff regarding proper accounting practices for the purpose of ensuring compliance with  the fund account and generally accepted accounting principles. 

Other Functions 

  • Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective  functioning of the department. 

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications 

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities 

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet  changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job  include: operating standard office equipment using pertinent software applications; performing accounting  procedures; planning and managing projects; and preparing and maintaining accurate records. 

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read technical information, compose a variety of  documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.  Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: principles  of accounting and auditing; general governmental accounting practices; standard office practices and procedures;  and pertinent codes, policies, regulations, and/or laws. 

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; often gather, collate, and/or classify data; and  consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of  circumstances; analyze data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized  methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of  

widely varied types and/or purposes; and utilize job-related equipment. Specific ability based competencies required  to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: analyzing a variety of financial and statistical information;  working under time constraints; communicating with diverse groups; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting  priorities; and working with detailed information. 

Responsibility 

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; directing  other persons within a small work unit; monitoring budget expenditures. Utilization of resources from other work units  is often required to perform the job’s functions. There is some opportunity to impact the organization’s services. 

Work Environment 

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: some  lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine  finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 75% sitting, 15% walking, 10% standing. This job is performed in a  generally clean and healthy environment. 

Experience: Three years of job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is required. 

Education: Community college and/or vocational school degree with study in job-related area.

 

Required Testing

Certificates and Licenses 

Pre-Employment Proficiency Test 

None Specified

Continuing Educ. / Training

Clearances 

Mandated Reporter Training

Salary Grade – 43 1-5 – 12 mo. work year

Criminal Background Clearance

Pre-Employment Fingerprinting and TB Test  

 

How to Apply

 

The application process is as easy as 1-2-3!

  1. Browse New Haven US job listings and submit an online application on Ed-Join.
  2. When the hiring principal is ready to interview, applicants will be considered and may be selected to interview.
  3. If selected to interview, you will be contacted by the school to set an appointment.
  4. Once you have interviewed, if you are selected for the position, you will be contacted by the personnel department. If you are not selected for the position, you will be notified by the school.