Job Description

The Senior Accountant reports directly to the Comptroller and is responsible for assisting with month and year-end closeouts, the annual audit, and NOLA-PS’s financial reporting requirements to the Board of Education and the state. The Senior Accountant also manages the annual audit process culminating in the district’s audit report as well as day-to-day activities. Additionally, the Senior Accountant helps implement and maintain a system of internal controls in consultation with finance professionals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Performs month-end reconciliations for general ledger account and banking activity on a timely basis
Assists in month-end and year-end close which may include aging reporting and key performance indicators
Assists in the development and documentation of policies and procedures and monitors compliance
Generates various reports for management for the general fund, fiduciary funds, proprietary funds, special revenue funds, and/or capital funds
Oversee the procurement card process that includes ensuring all receipts are submitted and properly coded for the financial system and performs monthly reconciliation
Oversee the grant management cycle, benefits processing, and capital asset accounting;
Reviews disbursement activity in addition to incoming receipts
Assists with Fixed Asset physical inventory
Assists with Student Activity processing
Works with internal/external auditors related to internal control analysis, month-end and year-end activities, and accruals and suggests improvements in processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness of unit
Collaborates with various internal departments to ensure internal controls are efficient and effective
Provides insight and recommendation to Comptroller and serve as an liaison to internal audit reporting and functions
Serves as backup for the payroll and assist with processing W2’s and 1099
Assists in the monitoring and oversight of day-to-day accounting activities and processes
Trains and cross-trains employees in existing and new procedures, set standards of performance and monitors performance
Performs other duties as required

Educational Background

Bachelor’s degree required
4-6 years of relevant accounting experience strongly preferred

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook)
Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices

About Orleans Parish School Board

OUR MISSION:

Every student receives a high quality education that fosters his or her individual

capabilities, while ensuring that they thrive and are prepared for civic, social,

and economic success.

Industry

Education & Training

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Headquarters

New Orleans, Louisiana

Year Founded

Unknown

Website

nolapublicschools.com

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