SCHOOL BOARD OF SAINT LUCIE COUNTY JOB DESCRIPTION
Position No.
Salary Schedule
FLSA
75020
PG1
Exempt
Length of Work Year
12 Months__
Date Approved
05/28/13 __
Date Revised
__________ _
JOB TITLE
DEPARTMENT
REPORTS TO
Coordinator of Accounting
Business Services
Chief Financial Officer
JOB GOAL
To manage and oversee the accounting functions of the district, including the Accounts Payable
Department. Also responsible for ensuring timely and accurate recording and reporting of all
financial transactions, including the preparation and review of monthly trial balances, and the
preparation of the District’s Annual Financial Report.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business.
2. Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting. A minimum of three years’ supervisory
experience preferred.
3. Ability to direct and manage the work of others.
4. Ability to perform the functions of the position.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
1. Governmental accounting, financial reporting, Florida Statutes and rules as they pertain to
the job.
2. Knowledge of the Florida Financial and Program Cost Accounting and Reporting Manual.
3. Knowledge of current computing technologies and software applications pertaining to the
responsibilities of the position. Experience with the Skyward Accounting/Finance modules
preferred.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Supervises assigned personnel, conducts annual performance appraisals, and makes
recommendations for appropriate employment action.
2. Assists with the interview and selection process of new employees for Accounts Payable
Department.
3. Assists schools/departments with resolving vendor disputes to ensure prompt and accurate
payment.
4. Monitor daily functions and work flow within Accounts Payable Department.
5. Assists in the preparation of Accounts Payable Manual to follow and train employees.
6. Prepares the preparation of monthly financial statements for the Superintendent and School
Board.
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7. Coordinates and manages the accounting function of paying for supplies, materials, and
equipment.
8. Manages the District’s P-Card program.
9. Prepares or assists in the preparation of financial reports as required by state and federal
agencies having jurisdiction over public school funds, including the Annual Financial Report.
10. Assists with developing the business services budget.
11. Advises and makes recommendations to the Assistant Superintendent for Business
Services on financial matters.
12. Prepares all required reports and maintains all appropriate records.
13. To perform assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
14. To perform assigned tasks with a high standard of quality and attention to detail.
15. To perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent of Business
Services/Chief Financial Officer.
Physical Demand Class: Sedentary Light (SL) - Occasional lifting and carrying of objects
weighing 0 pounds or less. Infrequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing 11-20 pounds.
Occasional walking and/or standing may be required.