Canton City Schools Accounting Specialist - Canton, Ohio

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About The Position

The Accounting Specialist position with Canton City Schools involves a variety of financial and accounting tasks to support the district's operations. This role requires adherence to local procedures and state/federal regulations, preparation of financial statements and reports, and assistance with budgeting. The position operates on a 260-day per year schedule and reports to the Treasurer. Applicants must demonstrate responsibility to the community and set an appropriate example for students, which includes having no felony convictions and not being a habitual abuser of alcohol or drugs. Background checks will be conducted.

Requirements

U.S. Citizen or permanent residence card
High school graduate or possess a G.E.D.
No felony convictions
Civil Service eligibility
Accounting training
Two years accounting experience
Cooperate and get along with others
Knowledge of school and fund accounting procedures
Ability to solve problems without supervision
Experience with spreadsheet and data base software
Honesty
Perform well under pressure
Ability to accept change

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft, Excel and Microsoft Word
Typing and word processing skills
Knowledge of Canton City School System
Time management and organizational skills

Responsibilities

Works with bookkeepers, educators, and secretaries in solving accounting problems related to grants
Monitors expenditures for compliance with local procedures and state and federal regulations
Prepares the annual GAAP statements and the 4502 (annual state report)
Prepares and distributes financial statements
Prepares state and federal reports
Assists in the preparation of the annual budget
Reconciles bank statements
Processes receipts, purchase orders, investments, invoices and transfers
Maintains an adequate system of filing
Works as a member of a team
Performs other duties as directed