What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accounting Manager position at Business Services?
General Definition of Work
The Accounting Manager, under limited supervision, performs highly complex work with considerable decision-making discretion performing financial analytical work and reconciliation work involving monitoring of revenues / expenditures, development and supervision of Medicaid reimbursement systems, and reimbursement of expenditures for federal, state, and local special revenue and construction funds. This position oversees accounting operations, which include financial accounting and accounts payable. Employee performs advanced and managerial work to carry out Board of Education policies and procedures related to accounting systems under the direction of the Director of Budgeting and Compliance.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Salary / Status
Local Salary Schedule / Full-time, 12 months
Starting Date : Open until filled
Reports To
Director of Budgeting and Compliance
Place of Work
The normal place of work is on the premises used by Rock Hill Schools. Rock Hill Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.
Essential Functions
- Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
- Lead, manage, supervise, and evaluate assigned staff / programs
- Establish internal controls and guidelines for accounting transactions / budget preparation
- Audit duties include regularly testing controls, performing inventory reviews, and budget preparation
- Oversee preparation of business activity reports, financial forecasts, and annual budgets
- Audit accounts to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
- Coordinate with outside auditors and provide information for the annual external audit
- Manage and maintain accounting and capital asset reporting, debt reporting, tracking assets, and arbitrage (i.e. Fixed Assets, Capital Projects, Bonds, etc. )
- Maintain employee position control through allotments to include verification / tracking in collaboration with human resources
- Oversee reconciliation of bank accounts (local general fund, payroll account, etc.) and other accounts for district and other related entities
- Oversee development and supervision of Medicaid reimbursement systems
- Serve as the district grant accounting administrator to include financial reporting, training, and technical support
- Implement and maintain proper internal control procedures and develop / test procedures to determine compliance while supporting bookkeepers and school administrators
- Assist with the year-end closing of the financial records and preparation of required documentation for the financial statement audit
- Implement an accounting system adequate to record transactions in accordance with the requirements of GAAP, the South Carolina State Board of Education, and other relevant state and federal agencies
- Monitor, maintain, and comply with a system of controls over cash receipts, deposits, disbursements, and investments in accordance with requirements of the Office of the State Treasurer, the Office of the State Comptroller, and the South Carolina Department of Education and in accordance with standard business practices
- Ensure compliance with the Financial Accounting Handbook and account structures mandated for school district use by the State Department of Education
- Facilitate staff meetings and attend other related meetings as needed / required
- Complete local, state, or federal surveys and reports accurately and promptly
- Participate / facilitate in professional development workshops and leadership training
- Create an inclusive environment with positive communication / public relations
- Perform related work as assigned or required
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Education and Experience
Special Requirements
Physical Requirements / Working Conditions
Disclaimer
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this job. Job description is sourced from employee interviews, internal documents, representative job descriptions in similar districts, and other state / federal agencies.
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