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Description
*This position is PROMOTIONAL ONLY and only current, classified, contracted permanent employees who are in good standing will be considered**
**This recruitment will establish an eligibility list valid for 6 months for current and future vacancies**
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform professional accounting activities related to the preparation, maintenance and review of assigned financial records, accounts and reports; provide technical assistance regarding accounting and budgeting policies, procedures and requirements.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Accountant I classification performs professional accounting work with primary overall responsibility for fiscal aspects of a major program requiring separate financial statements and reports such as food services and other major District-wide funds. The Accountant II classification serves as the District Accountant and is responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring sound fiscal operations for the District.
Examples of Duties
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
Perform professional accounting work in accordance with prescribed accounting system and generally accepted principles of accounting. E
Plan, organize, analyze, and monitor fiscal activity and internal controls in assigned program to provide proper accountability and financial management. E
Analyze budget documentation to assure expenditures are properly charged and do not exceed appropriations; make recommendations accordingly; prepare projected salary and non-salary information. E
Analyze data and prepare projections, financial statements and reports providing statistical and financial information related to assigned program. E
Review and reconcile account coding of salaries, benefits, and other payroll entries; coordinate with payroll regarding balancing payroll data, identifying errors, and making adjusting entries. E
Prepare a variety of comprehensive financial statements and reports; prepare and maintain financial claims, records and reports for various accounting areas; maintain efficient and effective record-keeping systems and audit trails. E
Conduct research and prepare special studies as requested; analyze financial accounting data and make appropriate recommendations; analyze sales reports. E
Respond to inquiries and provide a variety of information and assistance to District and other personnel regarding budgets, accounts and related information; provide technical expertise and direction regarding accounting issues and discrepancies; coordinate activities with other departments and District personnel. E
Prepare, review and correct budget and expenditure transfers; verify account numbers and related information; prepare a variety of forms for the receipt of funds; analyze and prepare federal and state reimbursement claims assigned. E
Analyze, process, balance, and assure accuracy of accounts payable and accounts receivable; provide work direction and guidance to staff related to the accounts payable and receivable functions as assigned. E
Assist in the development and implementation of new or revised procedures and forms to assure efficiency and compliance with District policies and applicable governmental regulations; advise supervisor of unusual trends or problems and recommend appropriate corrective action. E
Assist with the development and management of assigned annual budget; create and maintain spreadsheets to monitor budget expenditures, review and verify available funds, and make adjustments as needed. E
Perform related duties as assigned.
NOTE: AT the end of some of the duty statements, there is an “E” which identifies essential duties required of the classification.
Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business or related field and three years general accounting experience.
Supplemental Information
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Accounting and fiscal systems, policies, procedures and practices.
Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
Record-keeping techniques.
District organization, operations, policies and objectives.
Oral and written communication skills.
Applicable sections of the State Education Code and other applicable laws.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Operation of a computer and assigned software.
Technical aspects of field of specialty.
ABILITY TO:
Perform professional accounting and technical work involved in the preparation and maintenance of District financial records.
Maintain a variety of fiscal records, accounts and funds.
Analyze and resolve problems and draw accurate conclusions.
Prepare clear and accurate financial statements.
Work independently with little direction.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
Meet schedules and time lines.
Plan and organize work.
Work confidentially with discretion.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Operate a variety of office machines including calculator, computer and printer.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
Office environment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.
Seeing to read a variety of materials and statistical data.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.
The Poway Unified School District (PUSD) is an equal opportunity employer/program and is committed to an active Nondiscrimination Program. PUSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
For more information, please contact the Title IX/Equity Compliance Officer, Associate Superintendent of Personnel Support Services, Poway Unified School District, 15250 Avenue of Science, San Diego, CA
92128-3406
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(858) 521-2800
92128-3406
,
(858) 521-2800
