Assistant Controller / Accountant - Budget and Finance Manager

Iowa City Community School District • Iowa City, IA

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About The Position

The assistant controller will oversee the accounting function, and provide timely quarterly and annual financial reporting, including the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, filing of the Consolidated Annual Report with the state, and other state financial reporting as required. Plans and supervises the multifaceted activities to support the Business Office in direct collaboration with the Director of Finance and CFO/COO. Plays a key role in developing strategies for achieving the goals contained within the Iowa City Community School District Strategic Plan and is accountable for outcomes. Assists the department leadership with the planning of department policy and short- and long-term objectives. Contributes expertise to the department and can serve as a departmental resource for administration and all staff.

Requirements

• Minimum of BA/BS in Accounting
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in Financial Reporting.
• Strong leadership experience or project management preferred

Nice To Haves

• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) preferred
• Fund accounting experience preferred
• K-12 education experience system preferred
• Certified Iowa School Business Official (SBO) or willing and educationally qualified to obtain the certification
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the District may find appropriate and acceptable

Responsibilities

• Review accuracy and completeness of reconciliations completed by accounting staff
• General oversight of accounting functions
• Ensuring accuracy of quarterly expenditure based financial reporting
• Preparation of financial reports and audit workpapers
• Acting as a liaison with the district audit partners.
• Attend ICCSD Board Meetings and other meetings as requested by supervisor or superintendent.
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level