District Accountant/Financial Analyst

Hampshire Regional School District•Westhampton, MA

54d•$75,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of Business Administration, this position will support the day-to-day financial operations of the 5 schools within the districts. The District Accountant / Financial Analyst is an accounting financial professional whose role includes the accurate and timely accounting for all revenues and expenses, general ledger maintenance, financial reporting and analysis, tax compliance, and year-end close and audit compliance. The position is ideal for an experienced, detail-oriented financial professional seeking to leverage their accounting skills and expand their knowledge and experience in municipal and school district operations and finance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting
5+ years of successful accounting, financial analysis, and budget management experience
Proficiency with accounting systems & platforms
Advanced Excel and Google Sheets skills
Strong understanding of financial statements, including GAAP, public sector accounting, and financial compliance
Exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Master's degree
Experience in a municipal, regional school district, or public sector finance setting
Familiarity with DESE reporting and Massachusetts Chapter 30B procurement
Experience in all phases of grant management: implementation, reporting and closeout
Tyler Technologies School ERP Pro experience or other accounting platform experience
Experience collaborating with auditors, school administrators, and government agencies
Ability to thrive in a data-intensive, analytical environment and explain complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders

Responsibilities

Ensuring the meticulous reporting of all financial transactions
Preparing and examining financial reports and records for accuracy and compliance
Performing year-end close
Periodic and consistent reconciliations of general ledger accounts
Managing accounts payable and receivable
Assisting with tax and compliance reporting
Contributing to annual budgeting and forecasting
Identifying process improvements
Supporting audits
Collaborate with staff responsible for purchasing, accounts payable, receivable, and payroll to ensure entries to the general ledger are recorded properly
Maintain the district's general ledger, ensuring accurate coding of all financial transactions, including revenues and expenditures for all general fund, and special revenue accounts, including grants and revolving accounts
Record all journal entries and reconcile accounts regularly
Reconcile the general ledger cash account to the treasurer's cash book
Reconcile all entries for grants and general fund expenditures and revenues to the municipal accountants' records
Develop tracking documents for grant expenditure, revenues, drawdowns and balances
Support fiscal year-end close, and the preparation of audit materials. Maintain organized and complete electronic and paper files for all grant activities to be prepared for both internal and external audits
Review and improve internal controls to ensure accuracy and timeliness in financial transactions
Set up and manage the financial accounts for each grant, monitoring awards, revenue and expenditures to ensure funds are used properly
Ensure the timely and compliant drawdown of grant funds from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) and other grantor systems
Monitor compliance with all grant regulations and guidelines, including allowable costs, reporting deadlines, and proper record-keeping
Collaborate with the grant writers and districts' administrators and staff to advise on financial and compliance matters related to grant-funded programs
Prepare and submit all required programmatic and financial reports, including the closeout phase for DESE and other grant-awarding agencies
Collaborate on the development of the annual district-wide budgets and mid-year forecasting
Analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual budget-to-actual financial reports for internal and external stakeholders
Lead the preparation of state-mandated reports such as DESE End-of-Year Financial Report, DOR Excess and Deficiency Balance Sheet submission, and other DESE/DOR filings
Prepare financial statements
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal financial regulations and internal controls
Monitor the proper use and documentation of grants, revolving funds, capital funds, and student activity funds
Prepare documentation for and assist in the internal and external audits and work with the Business Administrator to implement recommended improvements
Assist with reviewing bid specs and contracts in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws
Support the development, coordination, and management of the annual operating and capital budgets
Work closely with department heads, school leaders, and administrators to ensure budget alignment with operational goals
Provide data-driven insights to help maintain fiscal responsibility across the districts
Help streamline financial workflows and implement best practices across financial functions
Develop guidelines to improve expenditure controls and identify cost-saving opportunities