Accountant/Accounts Receivable

$38,720 - $54,560/Yr

Esc Region 11 - Gainesville, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Gainesville, TX

About the position

The Accountant/Accounts Receivable position at ESC Region 11 is a full-time role that plays a crucial part in the financial operations of the district. The primary purpose of this position is to perform general accounting work related to the preparation, administration, and control of the district's financial resources. The individual in this role will assist the Director of Finance in overseeing the daily operations of the business office, ensuring that all financial transactions are accurately recorded and reported. This position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of accounting experience at a clerical level. The successful candidate will possess knowledge of basic accounting procedures and the ability to use personal computers and software for developing spreadsheets and databases, as well as proficiency in using calculators and office machines. In this role, the accountant will maintain the general ledger, prepare journal entries, and manage budget transfers. They will be responsible for preparing income balance sheets, consolidated statements, and other financial reports. The accountant will classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and maintain financial records using journals, ledgers, or computer systems. Additionally, they will prepare and record disbursements of district funds, check figures for accuracy, and prepare bank deposits by compiling data and verifying receipts. The position also involves reconciling bank transactions and maintaining account controls and logs. The accountant will work closely with administrators, principals, directors, and staff regarding budget and accounting issues, ensuring that all financial records are accurate and up to date. They will also be responsible for preparing timely audit schedules and financial statements according to federal, state, and GASB standards. The role requires effective communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work with numbers accurately and efficiently. The accountant will utilize standard office equipment, including personal computers, printers, and calculators, and may be required to work prolonged or irregular hours, with occasional travel for districtwide and statewide events.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger and prepare journal entries and budget transfers.
• Prepare income balance sheets, statements, consolidated statements, and other statements and reports.
• Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records using journals and ledgers or computer.
• Prepare, enter, and record disbursement of district funds.
• Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, proper codes, and budget availability.
• Prepare bank deposits by compiling data, verifying and balancing receipts, and sending cash, checks, or other forms of payment to banks.
• Reconcile records of bank transactions.
• Set up and maintain account controls, logs, and files.
• Review and verify accuracy of journal entries, accounting methods, and procedures.
• Debit, credit, and total accounts on computer spreadsheets and databases using specialized accounting software.
• Maintain student activity accounts.
• Work with administrators, principals, directors, and staff regarding budget and accounting issues.
• Record, store, and analyze information using accounting software.
• Prepare timely audit schedules and financial statements according to federal, state, and GASB standards.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including auditable records and financial statements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of basic accounting procedures.
• Ability to use personal computer and software to develop spreadsheets, databases, and do word processing.
• Proficiency in use of calculator and office machines.
• Ability to work with numbers in an accurate and rapid manner.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• One year accounting experience at clerical level.