DESERT SANDS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

Office of Classified Personnel Services

 

Classification:                       ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST                                    Salary Range:            80

Employment Category:        Classified Bargaining Unit                          FLSA Designation:   NonExempt   Job Summary:   Under direction, performs a variety of technical and responsible accounting duties related to the preparation, maintenance and review of financial records, accounts and reports; assures compliance with established District policies and procedures and governmental regulations.    Essential Job Functions:  

• Conducts orientation and training programs on various topics for the purpose of communicating established distsrict guidelines.

 

• Develops and Generates various fiscal reports and documents (e.g. financial statements, general ledger, cash flow, employment/attendance, payroll) for the purpose of conveying information.

 

• Communicates for the purpose of receiving, advising, and conveying fiscal information.

 

• Maintains fiscal information, files and records for the purpose of complying with established fiscal guidelines.

 

• Monitors reporting procedures for the purpose of maintaining accurate records, internal control and informing personnel of any irregularities.

 

• Monitors fund balances related financial activity for the purpose of ensuring allocations are accurate, related revenues are generated, expenses are within budget limits and/or fiscal practices are followed.

 

• Prepares documentation (e.g. invoices, ASB records, balance sheet reports, income statements, enrollments, payroll, budgets, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support, conveying documentation and/or complying with fiscal requirements.

 

• Processes various fiscal information and reports (e.g. payroll, attendance, special projects, income reports, checks, etc.) for the purpose of updating information and/or authorizing final action in compliance with policies, procedures and  accounting requirements.

 

• Reconciles account balances (e.g. bank statements, cash receipts, school accounts and financial reports, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining accurate account balances and complying with related policies, practices and/or regulations.

 

• Researches financial information and/or documentation for the purpose of ensuring accuracy and adherence to policies and procedures.

 

• Verifies accuracy of reports and documents for the purpose of ensuring compliance with applicable guidelines and accounting requirements.

  Other Job Functions:  

• Assists other department personnel for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work.

 

• Attends meetings as required for the purpose of  maintaining skills and gathering and/or conveying required information.

 

• Responds to inquiries for the purpose of providing information and/or direction as may be required.

  Essential Job Requirements - Qualifications:  

• Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required: Skill in the use of computers and accounting software applications.  Skill in maintaining accurate records and applying basic accounting practices.  Skill to provide guidance and direction to  personnel. Skill in working with a diverse group of individuals and handling situations with tact, diplomacy and discretion.   Knowledge of fiscal and accounting rules and regulations, policies, and procedures.   Ability to problem solve, think logically with attention to detail.   

 

• Physical Requirements:  The Office of Classified Personnel Services embraces the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  The requirements of the position are maintained in the Personnel Department; and, individuals shall be able to perform the essential functions of the position.

 

• Education and Training Required: Associate of Arts Degree or equivalent in Accounting or related field plus three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in  financial or statistical record-keeping, or five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in  financial or statistical record-keeping.

 

• Licenses, Certifications and Testing Required:
  • Fingerprint/criminal justice clearance.
  • Tuberculosis clearance.
  • Written examination.
  • Typing examination at 40 net words per minute from clear copy.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         

Salary : $4,918 - $5,989