Accountant I

At Bangor School Department we offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to drive innovative change in our schools.  We are currently seeking applicants for an accountant I position to work in our Central Office.  Bangor School Department is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

 

High School diploma with an associates degree in accounting or related field preferred.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assists the Director of Business Services and Superintendent of Schools on the fiscal management of the school operation.
2. Prepares financial information, including cost comparisons and budgetary impact statements for use in budget projections.
3. Troubleshoots various reporting or function issues with the software company.
4. Operates computer terminal for input and maintenance of accounting system transactions.
5. Applies accounting principles in the maintenance of financial records.
6. Receives revenue, records transactions, and reconciles all revenues with the Treasurer’s Office.
7. Assist with the reconciliation of various school cash accounts including bank check file transmissions.
8. Assist the Senior Accountant with internal audits.
9. Prepares journal entries for approval.
10. Prepares reconciliations of school-to-city accounting records.
11. Completes and verifies coding for computer generated accounting program input.
12. Assist with payroll auditing under the guidance of the Senior Accountant.
13. Distributes monthly reports and financial statements.
14. Assists the Senior Accountant with the payroll reconciliation of calendar year while generating payroll W-2 forms for all employees.
15. Back-up for Accounts Payable Clerk’s responsibilities during his/her vacation.
16. Assists the Senior Accountant with the preparation of financial reports to state and federal agencies.
17. Prepares accounts receivable invoices.
18. Assists Director of Business Services in preparing annual budget document.
19. Assists in training personnel as needed with the school’s accounting software.
20. Works with the City’s auditors at fiscal year-end and completes all necessary schedules as requested.
21. Performs such other duties relating to accounting or bookkeeping as may be assigned from time to time by the Director of Business Services or the Superintendent of Schools.