Hattiesburg Public School District Education/EdTech

2026-2027 Accounting Supervisor

Central, LA In person Full-time

TITLE: ACCOUNTING SUPERVISOR QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, and related work experience 2. At least two years accounting experience 3. Knowledge of governmental accounting, budgeting, procurement, and financial reporting, and financial accounting systems 4. Knowledge of state and federal purchasing regulations 5. Ability to create and maintain extensive amounts of data and/or documentation in a highly organized manner and develop appropriate report formats 6.

Ability to analyze, interpret and use data in decision-making 7. Ability to perform accurate mathematical computations 8. Ability to plan, organize, set priorities, and work independently 9. Ability to use considerable independent judgment 10. Ability to work under time constraints and deadlines, and shift when priorities change 11. Ability to communicate clearly orally and in writing 12. Ability to exhibit professionalism with district staff, vendors and the public 13.

Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information responsibly and with integrity 14. Proficient in the use of standard office equipment 15. Proficient in Microsoft Office and the ability to operate computerized accounting and spreadsheet programs 16. Ability to multitask 17. Ability to give attention to detail SUPERVISES: Departmental staff as assigned staff REPORTS TO : Chief Financial Officer JOB GOAL : Provide assistance in the timely and efficient administration of the fiscal affairs of the district and provide fiscal support to schools and departments.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Such duties and responsibilities as may be assigned, including but not limited to: 1. Performs bank reconciliations and brings timely resolution of outstanding items 2. Performs initial review of purchase requisitions and facilitates the issuance of purchase orders 3. Enters purchase requisitions for Business Office and district-related purchases 4. Provides oversight in the monitoring of outstanding requisitions and purchase orders 5.

Manages activity fund transactions and completes monthly activity fund reports 6. Coordinates the bid process for products and services requiring bids 7. Prepares and submits legal advertisements for notices, hearings and other required postings 8. Completes district credit applications for review and approval 9. Oversees credit accounts and ensures balances remain current 10. Maintains the vendor database 11. Provides guidance on travel procedures, handles travel card accommodations, and processes travel reimbursement requests 12.

Manages teacher procurement card process, maintains card inventories, and assists with procurement card issues 13. Manages accounts receivable and ensures balances are current 14. Records daily deposits 15. Conducts price comparisons to ensure that all goods and services are offered at the lowest and best price possible 16. Maintains surety bond files and ensures proper coverage and payment 17. Processes workers' compensation claims, monitor losses and ensures payment of premiums 18.

Ensures all debt payments are made according to debt schedules 19. Prepares 941 quarterly tax returns 20. Verifies weekly time and attendance records of Business Office staff for approval 21. Performs internal reviews of fiscal processes to ensures accuracy and integrity 22. Assists with the performance of year-end closing procedures and preparation of year-end financial statements 23. Assists with annual budget preparation 24.

Manages petty cash and other small district office accounts 25. Assists with retrieving information for auditors and upon request 26. Supervises Business Office staff in the absence of Chief Financial Officer 27. Assists other department personnel as appropriate and necessary 28. Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance 29. Supports the Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plan 30. Performs other duties as assigned TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : Salary and work year to be established by the Board of Trustees EVALUATION : Annually

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