ACCOUNTANT

POSITION SUMMARY

The Accountant performs a variety of accounting tasks, including but not limited to, performance of various account reconciliations. Analyzes and interprets the financial information that administrators need in order to make sound business decisions. The position evaluates accounting systems and practices ensuring compliance with appropriate procedures and standards.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• EDUCATION:
  • Bachelors Degree required
• CERTIFICATION:
  • CPA preferred
• WORK EXPERIENCE:
  • 1 year of relevant experience
     

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Examines supporting documentation to ensure proper reconciliation of various account balances.
• Reviews financial data to ensure accurate and complete financial reporting.
• Performs research and interpret data for inclusion in financial reports.
• Prepares and inputs journal entries to record transactions.
• Maintains financial system set-up and provides guidance to various departments related to changes.
• Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.
• Required to attend scheduled shift during regular business hours as mandated.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Interpret documents such as accounting statements, business correspondence, government regulations and procedure manuals
• Knowledge of mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as interest, taxes, insurance rates and other practical solutions
• Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as accounting statements, business correspondence, government regulations and procedure manuals
• Ability to write reports and correspondence
• Deal with problems involving several concrete variables
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisors, staff and outside personnel
• Perform duties with awareness of all district requirements, accounting standards and Board policies

PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical abilities, working conditions and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of, but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. In the event of an emergency or situation requiring guidance from Federal, State, or local or school district authorities, the requirements of this position may change temporarily or for the school year to best serve the needs of our students.

Vision: Ability to read small print and view a computer screen for prolonged periods. Requires good near or distant vision. Requires distinguishing colors and/or depth perception to judge distances.
Hearing: Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditions
Speech: Ability to be understood in face-to-face communications, to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone or computer.
Upper Body Mobility: Ability to use hands to grasp and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head.
Strength: Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, gripping, feeling, seeing/observing and carrying. Must exert over 100 pounds of force occasionally, over 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or over 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Environmental Requirements: Ability to encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; Regular exposure to weather, including heat, cold, dampness, and/or humidity.
Mental Requirements: Ability to read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records. Understand how to manage stress

Additional Work Conditions & Physical Abilities: Will require travel to multiple sites. Extended hours may be required depending on each situation. Must understand and have full knowledge of the occupational hazards in using power tools and equipment and of necessary safety precautions. Requires extensive safety training and/or protective devices.

The Atlanta Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working
conditions associated with the position. Management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.
 

COMPENSATION:
Salary Grade: 127
Salary Range: Salary Schedules - Atlanta Public Schools
Work Year: 252 days (Annual)