St John the Baptist Parish Schools Hiring for Staff Accountant Job at Reserve, LA Full Time

ST. JOHN PARISH SCHOOL SYSTEM
JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Staff Accountant
REPORTS TO / EVALUATED BY: Accountant Supervisor
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 240 days; 12 months
SALARY RANGE: $63,177.00- $71,570.00
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs the necessary work for all general accounting functions of St. John the Baptist School Board

For individuals with a disability, hiring decisions will be based on the individual’s ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Follows policies, procedures, rules and regulations of the St. John the Baptist Parish School Board.
• Attends work regularly and arrives punctually.
• Follows the time and/or duty schedule authorized by supervisor/designee for the work day.
• Notifies supervisor promptly in case of absence and communicates in advance the date of return so proper provisions can be made.
• Works cooperatively with others.
• Displays proper respect for superiors.
• Observes professional lines of communication at all times with individuals inside and outside the school system.
• Makes use of constructive criticism and avoids the use of sarcasm, undue criticism, inappropriate language and behavior, and the use of racial and ethnic slurs when dealing with others.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned which are related to the scope of the job.
• Requires knowledge of accounting fundamentals relating to debits/credits and their relationship to the General Ledger.
• Requires knowledge of standards and practices for establishing and maintaining valid accounting documentation and a credible audit trail.
• Requires knowledge of accounting practices relating to the proofing and balancing of accounts, transactions and/or data entry.
• Requires knowledge of basic computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word to effectively utilize spreadsheets and other computer applications related to financial operations.
• Requires knowledge of reconciling bank statements.
• Provides continuous training and support for school/central office bookkeepers.
• Prepares monthly general journal entries for various fund accounts.
• Assists with accounts for all fixed assets.
• Assists with monthly close out for all funds.
• Assist with the internal auditing of school accounts.
• Works with all external auditors.
• Serves as backup to the accounts payable function.
• Serves as an acceptable role model for students, demonstrates personal and intellectual honesty and respects the rights of others.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The Staff Accountant is required to: 1) work in an office type setting, climate-controlled environment adhering to school board energy policy; 2) sometimes work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by job responsibilities and supervisors; 3) often visit schools and attend meetings in various locations locally and outside the parish.

COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS
The Staff Accountant must be able to: 1) communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing; 2) have ability to accurately give and receive information via telecommunication system; 3) communicate successfully and pleasantly with the public and St. John Parish school system employees; 4) accurately compile data, summarize information and provide written reports to supervisor; 5) represent school system at various public functions.

EQUIPMENT USED
Telephone, copy machine, facsimile machine, calculator, computer and scanners.

PHYSICAL INVOLVEMENT
Sitting is required most of each work day. Must be able to operate office equipment. Standing, walking, reaching, bending lifting up to 10-50 pounds is sometimes required. Ability to provide own transportation to schools, work locations, and meeting sites. Mobility skills necessary to access a variety of work locations.

MENTAL INVOLVEMENT
The Staff Accountant must: 1) understand and interpret written and verbal instructions from supervisor; 2) must be able to work independently with minimal supervision; 3) comply with federal, state and parish regulations.

HUMAN RELATIONS INVOLVEMENT
The Staff Accountant must be able: 1) to work compatibly in group settings; 2) to respond positively to supervision and to accept suggestions for improvement.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A baccalaureate degree in accounting, finance or business with zero – three (0-3) years accounting experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Three (0-3) years of governmental accounting experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $63,177.00 – $71,570.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Governmental accounting: 3 years (Preferred)
• Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location