Accounting Supervisor

POSITION: ACCOUNTING SUPERVISOR

REPORTS TO: Executive Director of Business and Finance

LOCATION: This position will be based at the Administration Building.

SALARY: $67385-$69670 Commensurate with experience and education. This is a 12-month exempt position working under an individual contract.

BENEFITS:

• Tuition/course reimbursement.
• Comprehensive insurance package (medical dental vision life optional benefits).
• Paid sick days business days and vacation days are provided annually.
• Professional development support fees lodging and travel covered for approved training/conferences.
• Monroe Public Schools is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
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JOB GOAL: To administer the day-to-day fiscal affairs of Monroe Public Schools efficiently expeditiously and to the ultimate benefit of students staff parents and taxpayers.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of a Bachelors Degree in accounting or finance.
• Business administration coursework and experience with public school accounting are preferred.
• At least 3 years experience in an accounting and/or business administration field.
• Ability to use district technology and work to maintain proficiency.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and the state public school accounting manual.
• Shows a high moral character and strong business ethics.
• Effective organizational skills and time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all staff and utilize conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and make decisions according to Board Policies and established administrative guidelines.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Acts as general accountant of the school district.
• Maintains and revises when appropriate a chart of accounts in compliance with revised Bulletin 1022 Accounting Manual with the latitude for more detailed financial recording and reporting as required.
• Provides accounting services essential to the preparation administration supervision and control of the budget.
• Maintains the financial records of the district in conformance with procedures of financial activities of the district and in accordance with prescribed accounting policies.
• Reviews the practices of secondary schools as pertains to the handling of internal funds and perform periodic audits of each schools internal fund
• Is an active member of accounting committees and groups at local and state levels.
• Assists with the training of internal staff on accounting software
• Prepares and verifies accounts payable.
• Responsible for maintaining 1099 information and preparation of 1099 forms.
• Coordinates data entry operations and computer posting of various financial reports.
• Prepares financial and other budget reports at regular intervals.
• Prepares state and federal reports as required. Check for accuracy and keep files the same.
• Manages fixed asset reporting and manages building/site improvement project schedules and reporting.
• Submits food service grant applications annually and amends the application when appropriate.
• Submits monthly food service meal claims in accordance with federal and state guidelines.
• Reconciles district bank accounts monthly.
• Responsible for the preparation for the annual audit and submission of FID.
• Maintains a weekly determination of the districts cash position and monthly revenue projections for determining borrowing needs and timelines to assure the availability of funds to meet all district obligations on the dates due.
• Reports to the Director on the accounting affairs of the district and recommends changes and improvements as needed.
• Cross-trains in the area of Payroll with potential for rotating areas of responsibility.
• Processes third-party substitute teacher payroll in accordance with third-party vendor deadlines and procedures.
• Performs all other tasks and duties as may be assigned by the Director of Business and Finance.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

• Applications are accepted until a position is filled.
• Only applicants who supply the requested documents outlined below and fully complete the application will be considered.
• Applications submitted via fax mail or email will not be accepted.

External Applicants: Must complete an online application at . Click on Employment Opportunities and Applitrack and follow the instructions to apply for this position. Supporting documents (resume transcripts and applicable certifications/license) are required and must be uploaded with the application.

Internal Applicants: Must complete an online application at . Click on Employment Opportunities and Applitrack and follow the instructions to apply for this position. Supporting documents are required and must be uploaded with the application.

Notice of Nondiscrimination

It is the policy of Monroe Public Schools not to discriminate based on religion race color national origin disability age sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression height weight familial status or marital status in its programs activities or employment. For information contact the Office of the Superintendent of Schools at 1275 N. Macomb St. Monroe MI 48162 .

The Monroe Public School District is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the Michigan Civil Rights Act and Title IX Guidelines.

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