Accountant

Paterson Public School District; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Paterson Public School District is seeking an Accountant for the Paterson, New Jersey location. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting and 3–5 years of professional accounting or auditing experience, plus a valid driver’s license and strong integrity.

The ideal candidate will communicate effectively in English and relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university.
• 3–5 years of professional accounting or auditing experience.
• Valid driver’s license with no serious violations.
• Excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character.
• Interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand English sufficiently to perform duties.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Integrity

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Job description

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Job Details

Job ID: 5965247

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 20, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $55,000 to $65,000 Per Year

Job Categories: Support Staff > Accounting/Bookkeeping

Job Description

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university.
• Have one (3-5) year of professional accounting or auditing experience.
• Hold a valid driver's license with no serious violations.
• Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character.
• Exhibit a personality that demonstrates interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.
• Demonstrate the ability to read, write, speak, understand, and/or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.
• Demonstrate the ability to use electronic equipment for word processing, data management, information retrieval, visual presentations, and telecommunications.

• Meet such alternatives to above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable
• Pending Budget availability
• All postings are open for ten (10) consecutive days following the date posted or until filled

Paterson Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity and Aff? lateive Action Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic, in accordance with federal and New Jersey law.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kyle Ruppel
• 90 Delaware Ave
• Paterson, New Jersey 50220
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]