General Ledger Accountant II

JOB SUMMARY:

This position serves as a member of the Financial Services administrative team. This position assists in preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and various other financial statements, records, and reports. This position assists in planning, organizing, preparing, and maintaining accounting records for the general ledger accounting system. This position assists in the implementation of governmental accounting standards and advises agencies on financial matters as required. This position assists in the training of School Division staff on accounting policies, procedures, and automated systems; prepares complicated accounting entries, analyses, and reconciliations; and assists with the annual audit of the schools by its external auditors. This position writes and implements new business practices and procedures for the implementation and maintenance of Advantage Financial/HR; and maintains and recommends enhancements to the automated accounting and payroll systems.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES SPECIFIC TO THIS ROLE:

• Prepares complex financial data necessary for preparation of School Division's CAFR, the Annual School Report, etc.
• Assists with implementation of governmental accounting standards
• Monitors and assist in oversight of various school funds
• Assists in writing accounting policies and procedures and training of such of School Division staff
• Analyzes and reconcile general ledger accounts
• Works with Purchasing, Payroll, and Budget offices as necessary
• Writes financial reports as needed using complex automated reporting tools
• Assists in internal and external audits as required