Accounting and Reconciliation Specialist

Iowa City Community School District•Iowa City, IA

18h

About The Position

Performs the full range of professional duties required to support the business department, including the performance of complex and/or sensitive activities; may manage large-scale, long-term projects; and performs related duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

Minimum of Associate’s degree in Accounting required
Experience with cash reconciliation required
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the District may find appropriate and acceptable

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree preferred
3-5 years of experience working in a similar position preferred

Responsibilities

Perform monthly reconciliation of district bank accounts, including operating, payroll, grants, nutrition services, and student activity funds
Reconcile general ledger accounts to subsidiary ledgers and supporting documentation
Investigate and resolve discrepancies, outstanding checks, voids, and unidentified deposits in a timely manner
Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation
Communicate discrepancies and corrective actions clearly to administrators and staff
Maintain accurate fund accounting records in compliance with governmental accounting standards (GASB)
Generate reports from financial systems to support reconciliation and reporting
May represent the business department in meetings, planning sessions, or formal presentations
Provides expertise within specific functions and responsibilities of the department
Serves as a resource for school-based administration and staff