Job Description
Job Description
TITLE: Director of Accounting
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Reporting to the Senior Director of Finance, the Director of Accounting manages the accounting function of Portland Public schools including ensuring accuracy and reconciliation of all general ledger accounts, financial reports and compliance with all Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Boards (GASB) standards.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CREDENTIALS:
EMPLOYMENT DETAILS
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Portland Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.
Welcome to ATX Learning
Maine's largest school system has 10 elementary schools, three middle schools, and four high schools serving nearly 7,000 students in kindergarten through grade 12, as well as about 4,700 adult learners.
The district takes full advantage of its location in a vibrant city with a thriving arts life. Schools draw on the resources offered by museums, theaters, local businesses and the city's colleges and universities.
Portland has a highly trained teaching staff. Many teachers hold advanced degrees. All of the district's teachers continue their education by pursuing professional development activities on a regular basis.
The district provides technology to support instruction, including laptops for each student in grades seven through 12 and wireless access at all schools.
Volunteers, parent-teacher organizations and businesses donate generously of their time and money to the district - an estimated 100,000 hours per year.
Graduates of the Portland Public Schools attend the country's top colleges and universities. See www.portlandschools.org for colleges attended by recent graduates.
The Portland Public Schools gives parents an array of program choices. The district as one of the first in the country to offer project-based Expeditionary Learning from kindergarten through 12th grade.
High school students have access to one of the broadest selections of Advanced Placement courses in Maine. Qualified high school students may take up to two college courses with tuition paid by the state. A regional arts and technology high school provides hands-on courses in growth fields such as health care, robotics and "green" construction.
More than 60 languages are spoken by students attending the Portland Public Schools. Multilingual students represent about a quarter of the district's enrollment. The district's diversity prepares all students for their roles as world citizens.
Portland residents can pursue lifelong learning and professional success through the academic, jobs skills and enrichment courses offered by Portland Adult Education.
Most of Portland's middle and high school students participate actively in co-curricular activities such as athletics, drama, music and service clubs. Portland students regularly excel in academic and athletic competitions at the regional, state and even national level.
See a list of recent honors, awards and recognition for the Portland Public Schools at: www.portlandschools.org. Join Portland ME Public Schools on Facebook. A focus on service learning-connecting the schools to the wider community-results in students undertaking many projects that benefit greater Portland.
TITLE: Director of Accounting
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Reporting to the Senior Director of Finance, the Director of Accounting manages the accounting function of Portland Public schools including ensuring accuracy and reconciliation of all general ledger accounts, financial reports and compliance with all Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Boards (GASB) standards.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Monitors expenditures and revenues, and performs monthly budget analyses, budget to actual comparisons, and projections of revenue and expenditures, including salaries and benefits, for the balance of the year and quantifies all budget variances
- Establish and monitor procedures which ensure timely and accurate reconciliations and efficient month, quarter, and year end close processes
- Prepares the filing of all financial reports for review by the Senior Director of Finance
- Review and approve all journal entries and budget amendments
- Reviews transactions for compliance with policy
- Performs a variety of pre-audit tasks; cooperates with auditors and provides information to them as directed
- Provides information essential to the preparation, administration and control of the budget to the Senior Director of Finance
- Reviews and maintains the chart of accounts structure for all funds
- Acts as liaison between City Finance and School Department on account reconciliation issues
- Working with the accounts, ensures timely posting and proper accounting of payroll transactions and regular reconciliation of all payroll accounts
- Responds to questions or requests for information pertaining to the budget
- Reports to the Senior Director of Finance on the accounting affairs of Portland Public Schools and recommends changes and improvements as needed
- Supervision, coaching and development, and annual evaluation of two accountant positions
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Considerable knowledge of accounting and expenditure control systems and procedures
- Knowledge of GAAP and GASB accounting standards
- Ability to analyze, evaluate and interpret complex financial data and evaluate accounting problems
- Prioritize work and meet various deadlines as necessary
- Research, organize and present reports with appropriate recommendations
- Maintains confidentiality in all district matters
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to proactively establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Ability to communicate well, both orally and in writing
EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CREDENTIALS:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting or Finance.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in an accounting position, including the supervision of personnel.
- Experience in government accounting is preferred.
- Maine State CHRC authorization is required (cost is $70.00 - more info here)
EMPLOYMENT DETAILS
- Schedule: Full Year, Full Time (1.0 FTE)
- Assignment: Permanent
- Overtime: Not eligible for overtime
- Salary range: To be posted by end of May 29
- Contract: Non-bargaining
- Benefits: Eligible for a generous benefits package as outlined here
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Portland Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.
Welcome to ATX Learning
Maine's largest school system has 10 elementary schools, three middle schools, and four high schools serving nearly 7,000 students in kindergarten through grade 12, as well as about 4,700 adult learners.
The district takes full advantage of its location in a vibrant city with a thriving arts life. Schools draw on the resources offered by museums, theaters, local businesses and the city's colleges and universities.
Portland has a highly trained teaching staff. Many teachers hold advanced degrees. All of the district's teachers continue their education by pursuing professional development activities on a regular basis.
The district provides technology to support instruction, including laptops for each student in grades seven through 12 and wireless access at all schools.
Volunteers, parent-teacher organizations and businesses donate generously of their time and money to the district - an estimated 100,000 hours per year.
Graduates of the Portland Public Schools attend the country's top colleges and universities. See www.portlandschools.org for colleges attended by recent graduates.
The Portland Public Schools gives parents an array of program choices. The district as one of the first in the country to offer project-based Expeditionary Learning from kindergarten through 12th grade.
High school students have access to one of the broadest selections of Advanced Placement courses in Maine. Qualified high school students may take up to two college courses with tuition paid by the state. A regional arts and technology high school provides hands-on courses in growth fields such as health care, robotics and "green" construction.
More than 60 languages are spoken by students attending the Portland Public Schools. Multilingual students represent about a quarter of the district's enrollment. The district's diversity prepares all students for their roles as world citizens.
Portland residents can pursue lifelong learning and professional success through the academic, jobs skills and enrichment courses offered by Portland Adult Education.
Most of Portland's middle and high school students participate actively in co-curricular activities such as athletics, drama, music and service clubs. Portland students regularly excel in academic and athletic competitions at the regional, state and even national level.
See a list of recent honors, awards and recognition for the Portland Public Schools at: www.portlandschools.org. Join Portland ME Public Schools on Facebook. A focus on service learning-connecting the schools to the wider community-results in students undertaking many projects that benefit greater Portland.
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