Accountant
Perfect Timing Personnel Services•San Rafael, CA
•$54•Onsite
About The Position
Our client, a public education organization in Marin County, is seeking an experienced Temporary Accountant to support their Business Department. This is a management-level role supporting one or more school districts within the county, with a focus on ensuring fiscal solvency, accuracy, and compliance. The Business Department consists of approximately 12 professionals. This role will step in to cover for an accountant currently on leave, while also providing additional support as the department continues recruiting for an open permanent position.
Requirements
- Progressive professional experience in accounting, auditing, or fiscal management
- Strong working knowledge of: General ledger accounting, Budget preparation, transfers, and monitoring
- Advanced Excel skills (analysis, reconciliations, reporting)
- Experience reviewing financial data for accuracy, compliance, and fiscal solvency
- Strong communication skills and comfort operating in a management-level capacity
Nice To Haves
- Governmental and/or fund accounting a plus
- Experience in a school district, county office of education, or other public-sector environment a plus
- Familiarity with ERP system implementations or transitions
- Prior experience supporting audits or district-level fiscal oversight
Responsibilities
- Provide accounting oversight and support for one or more school districts within the county
- Analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts and other fiscal records
- Review and process budget transfers and budget revisions
- Monitor expenditures against approved budgets to ensure fiscal integrity and compliance
- Audit financial documents and transactions for accuracy and adherence to regulatory requirements
- Compile and analyze financial and statistical reports, including budget and expenditure summaries
- Support district-level audits and fiscal reviews as needed
- Utilize Excel extensively for financial analysis, reporting, and reconciliations
- Work within the organization’s financial system (QSS) and support activities during an ongoing ERP system transition
- Provide guidance and technical expertise to staff and districts on accounting practices and procedures
- Collaborate closely with other accountants and business staff, who will be available to help onboard and provide ongoing support
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
