Responsible for performing a variety of financial activities including processing, recording, updating, and reconciling fiscal information; accounting support to other personnel; analyzing expenditures against budget, and assisting in other clerical functions as necessary.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Act as a general accountant and assists in maintaining the financial accounting system including but not limited to budget transfers, journal entries, account reviews, proper account coding, etc.
* Performs reconciliations of cash, procurement card, and ledger account balances on a monthly basis for the purpose of maintaining accurate balances and complying with accounting practices.
* Monitors account balances and related financial activity for the purpose of ensuring that allocations are accurate, related revenues are generated, expenses are within budget limits, and/or fiscal practices are followed.
* Prepares monthly financial reports and others as needed.
* Assists auditors for the purpose of providing required information and coordinating necessary project activities for all audits.
* Researches discrepancies of financial information and/or documentation for accuracy and adhering to procedures prior to processing for action.
* Assists with PlanCon filings for the District.
* Assists with Reconciling Food Service Management Company invoices to ensure accuracy of charges, and that charges are in accordance with contract.
* Works with Food Services Secretary to assure the accuracy of Free/Reduce Meal Applications and Direct Certifications.
* Assists with on-site monitoring of the Food Services Program.
* Other duties as required by Supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Accounting or Business preferred.
* Proven work experience as an Accounting Clerk or similar role.
* Strong clerical skills, including organizational skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.
* Effective communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and courteously both orally and in writing.
* Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.
* Proficient computer skills including, Microsoft Excel and Word.
* Experience with CSIU Financial Information System preferred.
$24.24 per hour after a successful 90-day probationary period.
12-month position, 7.5 hours per day (8:00 am to 4:00 pm) not including a 1/2 hour unpaid lunch.
**As necessary, a separate email will be sent with a link and access code to comply with the Act 168 Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure release forms. If applicable, you will have to provide email addresses for both current and prior employers.