What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Coordinator position at Lamar County Schools?
Accounting Coordinator
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Director of Finance, the Accounting Coordinator will carry out the following duties:
- Assists in the implementation of accounting procedures by maintaining accurate records and internal controls throughout the system and ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements.
- Assists in the maintenance and reconciliation of general ledger accounts at both the district and school level.
- Assists the Director of Finance with account analysis, report preparation and distribution, and month-end/year -end closeout procedures.
- Reviews financial information for potential budget variances, compiles statistical information, and conforms to established financial practices and regulatory requirements.
- Maintains a wide variety of financial records to ensure compliance and the availability of documentation.
- Audits financial documentation, such as employee expense statements, travel advances, and registration payments.
- Balances and processes monthly and quarterly payments by performing accounts payable, salary, and/or travel reconciliations to meet applicable reporting requirements.
- Assists with the development of grant proposals.
- Assists with budget preparations and monthly bank reconciliation.
- Performs the needed administrative tasks for effective implementation of several federal and state sponsored programs and other grant management tasks as assigned.
- Assists with database activities related to the financial system.
- Prepares invoices and draft letters.
- Assists auditors by providing supporting documentation and/or information on internal processes.
- Participates in meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
- Completion of a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Knowledge of general accounting principles and pronouncements (GAAP and FASB).
- Experience in SmartFusion or ERP accounting systems, preferred.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work successfully with all levels of the LCSS and the local community.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft, including Pivot tables and U-lookups.
- Experience in public school accounting preferred.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $35
