2026-2027 Accounting Supervisor (Open Pool)

Hattiesburg Public School District; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hattiesburg Public School District is seeking an Accounting Supervisor to lead the district’s fiscal operations. You will oversee bank reconciliations, purchase orders, accounts receivable, and annual budget activities to ensure accurate, timely reporting.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field and at least two years of accounting experience. Strong data analysis, communication, and organization skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required.
• At least two years accounting experience required.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting, budgeting, procurement, and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of state and federal purchasing regulations.
• Ability to create and maintain extensive data and documentation and develop report formats.
• Ability to analyze, interpret and use data in decision-making.
• Ability to perform accurate mathematical computations.
• Ability to plan, organize, set priorities, and work independently.
• Discretion with sensitive information and integrity.
• Proficient with office equipment and computerized accounting systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Performs bank reconciliations and resolves items timely.
• Reviews purchase requisitions and issues purchase orders.
• Enters district purchases and monitors related activity.
• Oversees vendor database and travel procurement processes.
• Manages accounts receivable and daily deposits.
• Conducts price comparisons to obtain best value.
• Assists with year-end closing procedures and financial statements.
• Supports annual budget preparation and reporting.

Skills

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Written and oral communication

Organizational skills

Independent judgment

Time management

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Spreadsheet programs

Job description

TITLE: ACCOUNTING SUPERVISOR

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, and related work experience
• At least two years accounting experience
• Knowledge of governmental accounting, budgeting, procurement, and financial reporting, and financial accounting systems
• Knowledge of state and federal purchasing regulations
• Ability to create and maintain extensive amounts of data and/or documentation in a highly organized manner and develop appropriate report formats
• Ability to analyze, interpret and use data in decision-making
• Ability to perform accurate mathematical computations
• Ability to plan, organize, set priorities, and work independently
• Ability to use considerable independent judgment
• Ability to work under time constraints and deadlines, and shift when priorities change
• Ability to communicate clearly orally and in writing
• Ability to exhibit professionalism with district staff, vendors and the public
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information responsibly and with integrity
• Proficient in the use of standard office equipment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and the ability to operate computerized accounting and spreadsheet programs
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to give attention to detail

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, and related work experience
• At least two years accounting experience
• Knowledge of governmental accounting, budgeting, procurement, and financial reporting, and financial accounting systems
• Knowledge of state and federal purchasing regulations
• Ability to create and maintain extensive amounts of data and/or documentation in a highly organized manner and develop appropriate report formats
• Ability to analyze, interpret and use data in decision-making
• Ability to perform accurate mathematical computations
• Ability to plan, organize, set priorities, and work independently
• Ability to use considerable independent judgment
• Ability to work under time constraints and deadlines, and shift when priorities change
• Ability to communicate clearly orally and in writing
• Ability to exhibit professionalism with district staff, vendors and the public
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information responsibly and with integrity
• Proficient in the use of standard office equipment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and the ability to operate computerized accounting and spreadsheet programs
• Ability to multitask
• 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

• Performs bank reconciliations and brings timely resolution of outstanding items
• Performs initial review of purchase requisitions and facilitates the issuance of purchase orders
• Enters purchase requisitions for Business Office and district-related purchases
• Provides oversight in the monitoring of outstanding requisitions and purchase orders
• Manages activity fund transactions and completes monthly activity fund reports
• Coordinates the bid process for products and services requiring bids
• Prepares and submits legal advertisements for notices, hearings and other required postings
• Completes district credit applications for review and approval
• Oversees credit accounts and ensures balances remain current
• Maintains the vendor database
• Provides guidance on travel procedures, handles travel card accommodations, and processes travel reimbursement requests
• Manages teacher procurement card process, maintains card inventories, and assists with procurement card issues
• Manages accounts receivable and ensures balances are current
• Records daily deposits
• Conducts price comparisons to ensure that all goods and services are offered at the lowest and best price possible
• Maintains surety bond files and ensures proper coverage and payment
• Processes workers' compensation claims, monitor losses and ensures payment of premiums
• Ensures all debt payments are made according to debt schedules
• Prepares 941 quarterly tax returns
• Verifies weekly time and attendance records of Business Office staff for approval
• Performs internal reviews of fiscal processes to ensures accuracy and integrity
• Assists with the performance of year-end closing procedures and preparation of year-end financial statements
• Assists with annual budget preparation
• Manages petty cash and other small district office accounts
• Assists with retrieving information for auditors and upon request
• Supervises Business Office staff in the absence of Chief Financial Officer
• Assists other department personnel as appropriate and necessary
• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance
• Supports the Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plan
• Performs other duties as assigned

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and work year to be established by the Board of Trustees

EVALUATION

Annually