Accounting Manager - Alabama State Department of Education : Job Details

Job SummaryPosition Summary:The Accounting Manager supports the financial operations of the school district by overseeing the daily activities of the accounting team, supervising complex financial processes, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory and reporting standards. This position is responsible for reviewing and validating the work of Accountant I and II roles, managing financial reporting, ensuring fiscal integrity, and supporting the strategic financial goals of the district.Reports To:Chief School Financial OfficerClassification:Full-Time (Classified)FLSA Status:Non-ExemptWork Term:240 DaysCompensation:MCBOE Salary ScheduleQualifications:

• Master's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• Minimum of five years of progressive experience in governmental accounting or school finance
• Demonstrated experience in supervising accounting staff and managing complex financial operations
• Deep knowledge of GAAP, governmental accounting standards, and state/local financial regulations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and financial management software
• Fingerprint clearance with the Alabama State Department of Education prior to the start date

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise the daily operations of the district's accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, and general ledger maintenance
• Review and validate financial transactions, reports, reconciliations, and journal entries completed by the accounting team
• Ensure accuracy and compliance in all financial reports submitted to the Alabama State Department of Education and the Board
• Oversee the development and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Assist the CSFO in budget preparation, monitoring, and variance analysis across all departments
• Identify discrepancies and trends in financial performance and recommend corrective actions as needed
• Lead preparation and response efforts for internal and external audits, ensuring audit readiness and implementing corrective actions
• Support implementation of financial procedures, systems, and internal controls to improve efficiency and safeguard assets
• Provide training, support, and performance feedback to accounting staff to ensure adherence to policies
• Analyze financial data to assist the CSFO with long-range planning and forecasting
• Oversee the integration and use of accounting software and reporting tools, ensuring data accuracy and timely system updates
• Investigate discrepancies, potential fraud, or financial misappropriation and report findings to the CSFO
• Serve as liaison between accounting staff and other district departments, vendors, and auditors
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief School Financial Officer

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Ability to follow both oral and written directions and instructions. Ability to communicate clearly, orally, and in writing.
• Ability to effectively present information to others and respond to students, parents, and staff. Ability to maintain the confidentiality of student matters. Ability to effectively manage time and responsibilities. Ability to be professional in appearance, attitude, and demeanor. Ability to be punctual and comply with a precise work schedule. Ability to stand, walk, and run to emergencies.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Advanced understanding and knowledge of current technology.

Physical Requirements:While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit for extended periods of time. The employee must also talk, hear, stand, and walk. The employee may be required to use their hands to finger, handle, feel, and/or reach. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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