Finance

Hardin County School District•Elizabethtown, KY

20h

About The Position

This is a full-time position; 261 days per school year; 7.5 hrs/day (Note: pay will be prorated for 2026-2027 school year based on start date). BASIC FUNCTION: Plan, organize, supervise and participate in financial and statistical record-keeping activities for an assigned accounting functional area; train, supervise and evaluate assigned personnel.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE OF:
Accounting, budgeting and auditing principles, practices and procedures.
Financial and statistical record-keeping techniques.
Preparation of comprehensive accounting reports.
Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
Applicable sections of Kentucky Administrative Regulations and other applicable laws.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Operation of a computer terminal.
District organization, operations, policies and objectives.
Oral and written communication skills.
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
ABILITY TO:
Plan, organize, supervise and participate in financial and statistical record-keeping activities.
Train, supervise and evaluate assigned personnel.
Maintain and audit fiscal records and accounts in a school district.
Perform difficult and complex accounting work in the preparation, maintenance and review of District financial records, accounts and reports.
Assure compliance with applicable District policies, procedures and governmental regulations.
Apply applicable sections of Kentucky Administrative Regulations and other applicable laws.
Balance accounts and reconcile bank statements.
Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies, procedures and governmental regulations.
Operate a variety of office equipment such a computer terminal, calculator, typewriter, microfiche viewer and copier.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
Meet schedules and time lines.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Work independently with little direction.
Plan and organize work.
Coordinate and monitor clerical accounting assignments and activities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and three years responsible financial record-keeping experience with experience in an automated accounting environment.

Responsibilities

Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned accounting clerical personnel; monitor and adjust workflow and assignments to meet established time lines; supervise general accounting or payroll functions.
Assure that financial income and expenditure transactions and records are in compliance with federal, State and County rules, regulations and requirements and that District policies and procedures are met; assure compliance with audit requirements.
Assure District payroll is properly prepared in a timely manner; communicate with the County Office of Education regarding issues and timelines; direct accounting activities related to the fringe benefit program.
Coordinate communication with various District and County departments and personnel to answer questions, obtain information and resolve issues; provide information concerning related accounting functions.
Review the preparation of regular financial statements assuring financial controls and practices in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles; prepare complex financial and statistical reports, budgets and summaries related to budgeting and accounting operations and activities.
Review financial reports and computer printouts to assure accuracy and completeness; make corrections and adjustments as necessary.
Assure time lines are met; maintain proper controls and records for receipt of funds and supplies and for disbursement and reallocation of funds; assure accuracy and timely preparation of reports and records.
Communicate with vendors and employees to arrange payment or resolve discrepancies as necessary; assist assigned personnel with difficult, complex and unusual issues.
Recommend improved procedures and policies; provide information as necessary in support of budget preparation; assist supervisor in the preparation of financial statements and State and federal records and reports.
Operate a variety of office equipment such a computer terminal, calculator, typewriter, microfiche viewer and copier.
Perform internal audits; check and review a variety of records, accounts and reports for accuracy, conformance and timeliness; assist with calculations; inspect for proper encumbrances, disencumbrances, allocation of categorical funds and processing and payment of invoices and other accounts payable.
Attend a variety of accounting-related meetings and workshops.
Perform related duties as assigned.