Staff Accountant - Year-Round Position at East Hartford Public Schools

Salary: $36.53  per hour (Per Contract)
35 hours per week - Year-Round Position
 

The following documents must be complete and current for application to be considered for this position:

                 X    Online Application
                 X    Letter of Interest
                 X    Resume
                       Copy of Valid Certification and/or License
            __X    Transcripts (if applicable)
                 X    Three Current Letters of Recommendation


TITLE:  Staff Accountant
 
QUALIFICATIONS:
1.  Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance from an accredited university required unless candidate has an Associate’s degree in accounting or finance with 3 years of relevant experience or no degree but 7 years of relevant experience.
2.  Licensure as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is preferred.
3.  Professional experience working with confidential and sensitive information.
4.  Knowledge of state and federal filings associated with a Board of Education or municipality.
5.  Ability to prioritize daily tasks and meet timely obligations.
6.  Knowledge of accounting processes and advanced mathematical skills.
7.  Skilled using various accounting software and experience in troubleshooting common accounting program problems.
8.  Strong organizational skills and effective problem-solving skills.
9.  Professional experience in financial forecasting and risk analysis.
10.  Effective communication skills required – including written, verbal and conflict resolution proficiency.
11.  Such other qualifications as the Board may deem appropriate.
 
REPORTS TO:  Assistant Finance Director
 
JOB GOAL:  Performs accounting and bookkeeping work of a complex, confidential and responsible nature, including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial worksheets on state and federal grants, and supports the operation of the MUNIS financial system.
 
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Conducts tasks related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll support functions to meet the needs of the District. 
2. Prepares consolidated internal and external financial statements by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger system, operating departments, and other sources. 
3. Reviews current accounting procedures and processes and makes recommendations for efficiencies and improvements.
4. Interprets data and analyzes information to develop and present financial models and reports. 
5. Verifies financial information for accuracy.
6. Prepares general ledger entries and reconciles accounts and financial statements as needed to ensure accurate records.
7. Participates in monthly/quarterly/annual close processes.
8. Identifies required accruals and prepares entries.
9. Answers accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.
10. Responds to information requests and assists with audits.
11. Ensures all financial transactions are accounted for and follow legal standards.
12. Contributes to the development of the annual operating and capital budgets and reviews/analyzes budgets throughout the year.
13. Relieves supervisor and other departmental staff of administrative details and takes appropriate action on routine matters.
14. Prioritizes, plans and organizes work according to standard procedures as well as financial schedules and calendars.
15. Performs calculations, posting and verifying financial data for input into the MUNIS system and other departmental software programs.
16. Maintains student activity accounts including monitoring of all bank accounts and insuring student activity policies are followed.
17. Posts payments and prepares monthly and annual financial reports.
18. Operates automated systems at advanced skills level, including Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint, Quickbooks or other financial software and MUNIS Financial and HR/Payroll System.
19. Possesses working knowledge of current Board policies, regulations and laws relevant to the position.
20. Assumes such other functions as may be determined.

 
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  Seven hours per day, twelve-month year.  Salary and work year to be established by the AFSCME Local 2727 contract.
 
EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Non-Certified Staff.