ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

Job Summary

Under the direction of the assigned supervisor, performs a variety of complex accounting duties involved in the maintenance of the District's financial and accounting activities; performs a variety of technical payroll accounting duties related to the preparation, processing, and maintenance of the District's payroll; develops and monitors assigned budgets; and performs other related work as required. This job class functions in an independent manner and includes extensive contact with staff, regulatory agencies, and co-workers, exercising a high degree of tact, discretion, and judgment.

Requirements / Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; Associates Degree preferred or college-level course work in a related field
• A minimum of two years of experience in payroll, budget development, or accounting is required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other computer-based spreadsheet applications is required
• Prior work experience with government agencies or school districts is desirable

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS :

NONDISCRIMINATION IN DISTRICT PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES

The Governing Board is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital, pregnancy, or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

Comments and Other Information

Please submit a resume detailing your accounting experience and proficiency in any relevant software programs.