Region Education Service Center Hiring for Staff Accountant Job at Midland, TX Full Time

EDUCATION: Bachelors in Accounting

QUALIFICATIONS:

Personal Characteristics and skills:

· Exercise initiative

· Punctual

· Efficient and productive time utilization

· Effective work organization

· High quality of work

· Maintain confidentiality

· Friendly and helpful attitude toward other employees and clients

· Ethical conduct

· Demonstrate exceptional command of written and oral English, correct punctuation, capitalization, and spelling.

· Skillful in word processing, spreadsheets, and database management.

· Knowledgeable and experience in email and network systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

In this capacity, the Staff Accountant shall be directly responsible to the Director – Business Services with the following specific duties:

· Create and print invoices and monthly statements for the business office and ESC district services.

· Reconcile accounts receivable balances and the general ledger.

· Communicate directly with vendors to collect past-due and outstanding debt.

· Create payment authorizations, purchase orders, and contracts as needed.

· Submit Texas Sales Tax reports and payments.

· Arrange travel accommodations and transportation.

· Order office supplies for Business Services.

· Manage the Region 18 Consortium’s job application system, including troubleshooting and answering questions from applicants, participating districts, references, etc. Correspond directly with software representatives as needed.

· Assist with accounts payable as needed, including review, check preparation and mailing.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

· Enter financial transactions into the computer system and balance the entries. At the end of each reporting period, close books and file reports.

· Enter payables, print checks, verify computer-written checks with backup documents and vendor mailing address as per invoice, and mail the checks the same day or earliest possible time (next day).

· Enter initial budget and budget amendments and verify accuracy.

· Import and print workshop system (MIS) invoices.

· Process all invoice work orders into the Accounts Receivable System and mail or distribute invoices to Center departments and customers on a weekly basis.

· Maintain supporting documents for all Accounts Receivable and balance Accounts Receivable monthly.

· File Accounts Receivable invoices/backup and school district purchase orders.

· Record/file cash receipts and journal entries.

· Train district business officials and staff on finance procedures, if necessary.

· Other duties as assigned.

JOB DEMANDS:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; occasional statewide travel and out-of-state travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $47,472.00 – $59,340.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Midland, TX 79706: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Accounts receivable: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location