Accounting Specialist -- CC 7039

Accounting Specialist
Classified, Range 32, 8 hours,12 months
Funding:  Indirect Costs (Fund 570)
Reports to:  Business Manager 

Position Description:
Manage the district accounting functions related to fund and cash balances including revenue, expenditures and reconciliation.

Essential Job Duties: 
1. Maintain the district cash funds- record revenue, monitor expenditures and reconcile fund balances.
2. Code and record all revenue in the district financial ledgers.
3. Reconcile fund balances with the Maricopa County Treasurer and Schools Office.
4. Manage and reconcile district bank accounts.
5. Prepares the quarterly and annual financial reports for Medicaid reimbursement.
6. Enter adjusting and reconciling journal entries.
7. Assist in the preparation of the Annual Financial Report.  
8. Maintain written procedures for all duties of the Accounting Specialist.
9. Participate in on-going professional growth to assure the district remains compliant with current accounting rules and Federal and State laws.
10. Confers with the district financial auditors and provides documentation as requested.
11. Performs other duties as assigned. 

Knowledge and Skills Required: 

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and generally accepted auditing principles related to public sector financial administration.
• Skill in the analysis and application of accounting principles and standards.
• Knowledge of USFR
• Must have a basic knowledge of computers, including Word, Excel, Power Point, and Visions
• Demonstrates the ability to work effectively under time constraints to meet all deadlines
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision and/or assistance
• Makes clear and well-defined decisions
• Must demonstrate flexibility, common sense and good judgement
• Demonstrates collaborative problem-solving skills
• Must be organized with the ability to multitask
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with district personnel 

Minimum Qualifications: 
Education:   Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
                      High school diploma plus job related continuing education 
Experience:Three (3) years public school finance experience (preferred)  

An equivalent combination of education and experience that provide the required knowledge and skills. 

Required License/Certification:  None.