Accountant - PATERSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS : Job Details

Position Type: SUPPORT STAFF/Accountant Date Posted: 9/18/2025 Location: Business Services Date Available: Immediately Effective Dates: Immediately Staff Needed: One (1) Accountant Qualifications:

Hold a bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university.

Have one (1) year of professional accounting or auditing experience.

Hold a valid driver's license with no serious violations.

Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character.

Exhibit a personality that demonstrates interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.

Demonstrate the ability to read, write, speak, understand, and/or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.

Demonstrate the ability to use electronic equipment for word processing, data management, information retrieval, visual presentations, and telecommunications.

Provide proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status by completing Federal Form I-9 in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

Provide evidence that a criminal history check has been conducted and clearance has been given by the Department of Education. During the initial six month period provide a sworn statement that the individual has not been convicted of a crime or a disorderly persons offense in accordance with 18A:6-7.1

Provide evidence that health is adequate to fulfill the job functions and responsibilities, with reasonable accommodation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 12101 and in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6:3-4A.4.

Pass the state required Mantoux Intradermal Tuberculin Test as required by N.J.A.C. 6:3-4A.4.

Meet such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

Salary: $60,000 - $75,000 Subject for Negotiation Initiator: Kennia Fulgencio, Accounting Supervisor

• Meet such alternatives to above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable
• Pending Budget availability
• All postings are open for ten (10) consecutive days following the date posted or until filled