Senior Accountant

Purpose Statement
The job of Senior Accountant is done for the purpose/s of ensuring Confluence Academy’s financial
information is complete and accurate in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;
ensuring financial statements are prepared on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis in proper Fund and
State reporting formats; providing financial support across all functional departments; ensuring all payroll
activities are aligned to meet compliance requirements; maintaining accurate account balances; evaluating
feasibility of services within budget parameters; ensuring efficient use of financial resources; and providing
financial information, guidance, and recommendations to the department administration, Chief Financial
Officer, Board, and/or regulatory agencies.
This job reports to Chief Financial Officer
Essential Functions

• Adheres to established reporting processes, procedures, and internal controls (e.g. fixed asset policy development, state regulations and requirements, payroll protocols, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining the efficient flow of financial processes based on network, state, and federal guidelines and regulations.
• Analyzes financial information (e.g. State and Federal payments determining revenues/accruals, financial statements, general ledgers, school financial operations, etc.) for the purpose of identifying potential budget variances, compiling statistical information, ensuring accuracy, developing procedures, and conforming to established financial practices and regulatory requirements.
• Assists auditors with annual audit and all audit process cycles for the purpose of providing requested supporting documentation and information on internal processes; coordinating activities in support of the audit process; and/or submitting approved documentation to required state governmental entities.
• Collaborates with other administrative personnel and/or outside agencies (e.g. district personnel, community organizations, etc.) for the purpose of developing budgets and forecasts; and implementing and maintaining services and/or programs in accordance with established financial policies, practices, laws, and/or regulatory guidelines.
• Compiles statistical and financial data (e.g. revenues/expenditures, attendance, donations, etc.) for the purpose of providing third-party reporting; performing monthly reconciliations of accounts; developing budget recommendations; providing financial summaries to other personnel; and/or ensuring compliance with established guidelines.
• Coordinates a wide variety of accounting projects (e.g. payroll accuracy and approval; purchase order, voucher, and invoice approval, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring financial integrity and regulatory compliance while optimizing operational efficiency, and providing required guidance and support.
• Implements accounting procedures for the purpose of providing internal financial controls throughout the network and ensuring compliance with established accounting practices and all applicable regulatory requirements.
• Monitors expenditures against budget and/or a wide variety of account information including accurate ledger coding for the purpose of ensuring the accuracy of reported information; availability of funds; and compliance with established financial guidelines and program policies, practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Participates in department meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions.
• Prepares a wide variety of finance-related documents (e.g. Statement of Net Assets, financial statements/balance sheets, cash flow and account analysis, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.
• Presents a wide variety of financial and reported information (e.g. budget overviews, balance sheet account reconciliations, payroll data, ASBR reports, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information, gaining feedback, and ensuring adherence to established internal controls.
• Provides technical expertise and direction to staff and administration regarding accounting issues and related financial activities (e.g. audits, payroll, etc.) for the purpose of conveying pertinent information regarding the network's financial operations; and ensuring compliance with established policies, practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Recommends policies, procedures, and/or actions on issues that relate to financial operations (e.g. revenue optimization, cost reconfiguration, etc.) for the purpose of providing direction and/or assisting with making decisions for the network.
• Responds to inquiries from a wide variety of internal and external sources (e.g. staff, Board, government agencies, etc.) for the purpose of providing information, direction, and/or appropriate referrals.
• Reviews fiscal information, balance sheet accounts, etc. for the purpose of reconciling and verifying accuracy of information, maintaining accurate balances, and complying with accounting practices.
• Reviews monthly site budget forecasts for the purpose of ensuring accuracy, analyzing monthly operating results, and summarizing variances versus budget in order to make needed adjustments to maintain budgetary parameters.

Other Functions
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective
functioning of the accounting department.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet
changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job
include: operating standard office equipment using pertinent software applications; performing accounting
procedures; planning and managing projects; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform advanced math; read technical information, compose a variety of documents,
and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific
knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: principles of
accounting and auditing; general governmental accounting practices; standard office practices and procedures; and
pertinent codes, policies, regulations, and/or laws.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; often gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-
related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing
defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work
with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of widely varied types and/or purposes; and utilize job-
related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data
frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to
moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:
analyzing a variety of financial and statistical information; working under time constraints; communicating with
diverse groups; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; and working with detailed information.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; directing
other persons within a small work unit; monitoring budget expenditures. Utilization of resources from other work units
is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization’s services.
Work Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some
lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine
finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, 10% standing. This job is performed in a
generally clean and healthy environment.
Experience:

Job related experience within a specialized field is required in financial statement preparation and
fixed assets (minimum of 5 years).

Education:
Bachelors degree in job-related area with an emphasis in Accounting.

Required Testing
None Specified

Certificates and Licenses
CPA is preferred

Continuing Educ. / Training
Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses

Clearances
Criminal Background Clearance