Closing Date:
Until Filled Full-Time: 260 Day Contract
Monday - Friday
Salary: $ 60,257 minimum - $81,437 maximum Benefits
Job Description
Laramie County School District #1
Accountant
Purpose Statement
The job of Accountant is done for the purpose/s of maintaining financial operations, ensuring revenues and expenses are within budget limits and overall fiscal policies and/or practices and/or regulations meet compliance requirements; maintaining accurate account balances; evaluating feasibility of services within budget parameters; ensuring efficient use of financial resources; and providing financial information, guidance and recommendations to the department administration, superintendent, Board, and/or regulatory agencies. The Accountant manages financial resources that support the District’s goals of ensuring effective learning support systems and efficient operations.
This Job reports to Assigned Supervisor
Essential Functions
Assists in developing and analyzing financial information, reporting processes/procedures, and internal controls (e.g. year-end audit preparation, state regulations/requirements, revenue and expense projections, general ledger, cross training duties, fixed assets, utility accounting, etc.) for the purpose of enhancing information flow and maintaining accurate records.
Collaborates with program administrators in developing and maintaining program budgets for the purpose of ensuring financial solvency and that all internal audit services and documents required by district, state, and federal guidelines are maintained.
Collaborates with others (e.g. district personnel, other district personnel, community organizations, board members, etc.) for the purpose of implementing and maintaining services and/or programs and testing / troubleshooting services and programs to be sure they are in compliance with district policies and standards.
Compiles statistical and financial data in order to assist in preparing annual budgets for the purpose of providing third-party reporting, financial summaries to other personnel, and/or ensuring compliance with established guidelines.
Composes a wide variety of materials for district staff and other stakeholders (e.g. reports, memos, letters, policies, training manuals, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.
Coordinates assigned projects (e.g. cash management/investing practices, purchase card coordination, fiscal audit, fixed assets, utility management, capital construction projects, payroll accounting, etc.) for the purpose of providing required guidance and support.
Maintains a wide variety of fiscal information, files and records (e.g. accounts payable, accounts receivable, contracts, payroll, budget transfers, journal entries, etc.) for the purpose of providing an up-to date reference and audit trail for compliance with state and federal regulations.
Monitors assigned budget components, programs and or sub-programs (e.g. ongoing site reviews, evaluation of assets and inventory systems, budget preparation, budget transfers, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring accuracy of reported information and the availability of funds while also training staff regarding proper accounting practices in order to ensure compliance with district, state, federal guidelines, and generally accepted accounting principles.
Participates in meetings, in-service trainings, and workshops for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions.
Presents a wide variety of financial information and reports (e.g. expenditures, federal/state reimbursements, budgets, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information, gaining feedback, and ensuring adherence to established internal controls.
Provides technical expertise and direction regarding accounting/finance issues and related activities (e.g. staff, insurance companies, Wyoming Retirement System, Internal Revenue Service, State Department of Education, providers, auditors, stakeholders, etc.) for the purpose of conveying pertinent information to appropriate parties.
Verifies daily operational functions (e.g. accounts payable, daily deposits, cash management ACH payments, budget transfers, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring accuracy, adherence to internal and external policies and procedures, and completeness.
Other Functions
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment using pertinent software applications; performing accounting procedures; planning and managing projects; preparing and maintaining accurate records.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform advanced math; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: principles of accounting and auditing; general governmental accounting practices; standard office practices and procedures; and pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; often gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of widely varied types and/or purposes; and utilize job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: analyzing a variety of financial and statistical information; working under time constraints; communicating with diverse groups; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; and working with detailed information.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; directing other persons within a small work unit; monitoring budget expenditures. Utilization of resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization’s services.
Experience: Job related experience within a specialized field is required.
Education: Bachelors degree in job-related area with an emphasis in Accounting, Business Administration, Business Management, Finance, etc.
Required Testing: None Specified
Certificates and Licenses None Specified
Continuing Educ. / Training
Clearances: None Specified
FLSA Status: Non Exempt
HIRING MANAGER: Jed Cicarelli
Title: Chief Financial Officer
Phone: 307-771-2156

Closing Date:
Until Filled Full-Time: 260 Day Contract
Monday - Friday
Salary: $ 60,257 minimum - $81,437 maximum Benefits
Job Description
Laramie County School District #1
Accountant
Purpose Statement
The job of Accountant is done for the purpose/s of maintaining financial operations, ensuring revenues and expenses are within budget limits and overall fiscal policies and/or practices and/or regulations meet compliance requirements; maintaining accurate account balances; evaluating feasibility of services within budget parameters; ensuring efficient use of financial resources; and providing financial information, guidance and recommendations to the department administration, superintendent, Board, and/or regulatory agencies. The Accountant manages financial resources that support the District’s goals of ensuring effective learning support systems and efficient operations.
This Job reports to Assigned Supervisor
Essential Functions
Assists in developing and analyzing financial information, reporting processes/procedures, and internal controls (e.g. year-end audit preparation, state regulations/requirements, revenue and expense projections, general ledger, cross training duties, fixed assets, utility accounting, etc.) for the purpose of enhancing information flow and maintaining accurate records.
Collaborates with program administrators in developing and maintaining program budgets for the purpose of ensuring financial solvency and that all internal audit services and documents required by district, state, and federal guidelines are maintained.
Collaborates with others (e.g. district personnel, other district personnel, community organizations, board members, etc.) for the purpose of implementing and maintaining services and/or programs and testing / troubleshooting services and programs to be sure they are in compliance with district policies and standards.
Compiles statistical and financial data in order to assist in preparing annual budgets for the purpose of providing third-party reporting, financial summaries to other personnel, and/or ensuring compliance with established guidelines.
Composes a wide variety of materials for district staff and other stakeholders (e.g. reports, memos, letters, policies, training manuals, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.
Coordinates assigned projects (e.g. cash management/investing practices, purchase card coordination, fiscal audit, fixed assets, utility management, capital construction projects, payroll accounting, etc.) for the purpose of providing required guidance and support.
Maintains a wide variety of fiscal information, files and records (e.g. accounts payable, accounts receivable, contracts, payroll, budget transfers, journal entries, etc.) for the purpose of providing an up-to date reference and audit trail for compliance with state and federal regulations.
Monitors assigned budget components, programs and or sub-programs (e.g. ongoing site reviews, evaluation of assets and inventory systems, budget preparation, budget transfers, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring accuracy of reported information and the availability of funds while also training staff regarding proper accounting practices in order to ensure compliance with district, state, federal guidelines, and generally accepted accounting principles.
Participates in meetings, in-service trainings, and workshops for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions.
Presents a wide variety of financial information and reports (e.g. expenditures, federal/state reimbursements, budgets, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information, gaining feedback, and ensuring adherence to established internal controls.
Provides technical expertise and direction regarding accounting/finance issues and related activities (e.g. staff, insurance companies, Wyoming Retirement System, Internal Revenue Service, State Department of Education, providers, auditors, stakeholders, etc.) for the purpose of conveying pertinent information to appropriate parties.
Verifies daily operational functions (e.g. accounts payable, daily deposits, cash management ACH payments, budget transfers, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring accuracy, adherence to internal and external policies and procedures, and completeness.
Other Functions
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment using pertinent software applications; performing accounting procedures; planning and managing projects; preparing and maintaining accurate records.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform advanced math; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: principles of accounting and auditing; general governmental accounting practices; standard office practices and procedures; and pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; often gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of widely varied types and/or purposes; and utilize job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: analyzing a variety of financial and statistical information; working under time constraints; communicating with diverse groups; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; and working with detailed information.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; directing other persons within a small work unit; monitoring budget expenditures. Utilization of resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization’s services.
Experience: Job related experience within a specialized field is required.
Education: Bachelors degree in job-related area with an emphasis in Accounting, Business Administration, Business Management, Finance, etc.
Required Testing: None Specified
Certificates and Licenses None Specified
Continuing Educ. / Training
Clearances: None Specified
FLSA Status: Non Exempt
HIRING MANAGER: Jed Cicarelli
Title: Chief Financial Officer
Phone: 307-771-2156