Accountant

Position Type:
Administrative and Business Office Support/Other
Date Posted:
12/13/2023
Location:
Administrative Offices
Closing Date:
12/31/2023
District:
Berkley School District - websitePOSITION: Accountant - Full-Time
LOCATION: Berkley School District Administrative Offices
CLASSIFICATION: Non-Affiliated
HOURS: Full-time, Exempt Position; 52 Weeks/year, 40 hours/week
SALARY: $60,000 - $75,000 commensurate with experience
Start Date: ASAP
QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in business, accounting, or a related field with a significant background in Accounting or related job experience in School Business Office Functions
• Five years of related experience and experience in a Michigan Public School Business Office (preferred)
• Familiarity with the Michigan Public School Accounting Manual (preferred)
• Experience with general governmental fund accounting rules and regulations including, but not limited to, financial reporting, recording transactions and maintaining general ledgers.
• Computer proficiency in Excel, Google email, Business+, etc. Ability to learn new programs is a must.
• Budget development and monitoring experience
• Grant monitoring and reporting experience (preferred)
• Knowledge with ORS and state and local requirements for public schools (preferred)
• Demonstrated success collaborating with all staff classifications in the performance of duties

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues
• Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing
• Good organizational and problem solving skills
• Self directed initiative when given a variety of tasks and responsibilities
• Enthusiastic and takes initiative
• High degree of efficiency and accuracy

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform cash receipting and recording functions including - activity funds, athletic events, childcare payments, grant payments, etc.
• Assist with accounts receivable billing including billings for permits, insurance & childcare
• Assist with grant monitoring and quarterly/annual reporting (including Federal, State & Local Grants) - Special Ed, Titles, GSRP, Head Start, Food Service, Medicaid, etc.
• Provide assistance for the accounting of district funds in accordance with state and federal requirements, generally accepted accounting principles, and district policies
• Prepare adjusting journal entries according to 1022 accounting manual
• Assist Accounting Supervisor with preparing budget projections
• Assist Accounting Supervisor with tax reporting - W2, 1099, 1095-C, 941, Sales, State & Detroit
• Assist with Bank Reconciliations
• Assist Accounting Supervisor with annual audit preparation (schedules, reconciliations, etc)
• Perform accounting duties to aide others in the efficient operation of payables, receivables, cash receipts, payroll, benefits and other business office functions
• Crosstrain in various business office functions including AP, Payroll & Benefits
• Provide assistance for implementation of proper internal control and accounting procedures
• Facilitate ad hoc training for various staff members, when needed
• Initiative to evaluate business functions and assist in implementation of new processes or programs
• Daily problem solving and the creation of a positive, service oriented business office
• Other duties as assigned

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: December 31, 2023
District Vision
Our inclusive culture will inspire, empower and lead all learners to realize their full potential and make a positive difference in their future and community.
Commitment
The Berkley School District is committed to keeping diversity, equity and inclusion at the forefront of its goal of creating an environment where all staff, students and community members feel a sense of belonging.
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