Accountant

Young World Physical Education; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The State College Area School District is seeking an Accountant to work with the Assistant Business Administrator to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with applicable accounting rules. Responsibilities include budget management, monthly financial board reports, audit preparation leadership, mandated state reporting, and real estate tax billing; strong Excel skills are essential.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and at least five years of relevant experience,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience (preferably in a school district).
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Manage budget and monthly financial board reports.
• Lead staff in audit preparation and mandated state reporting.
• Oversee real estate tax billing process.
• Maintain and improve financial systems and policies.

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

Budget management

Audit

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

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Job Details

Job ID: 5886873

Application Deadline: Sep 15, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

The State College Area School District (SCASD) is currently accepting applications for an Accountant to work closely with the Assistant Business Administrator in maintaining accurate and timely financial reporting of all transactions in compliance with relevant accounting, state, and federal laws and guidelines.

Responsibilities include budget management, monthly financial board reports, lead staff role for audit preparationand mandated state reporting, as well as managing thereal estate tax billing process. T he accountant will also assist in the maintenance and efficient use of financial systems and in developing and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures. The accountant must demonstrate strong analytical skills as well as be proficient in Microsoft Excel to perform various analyses when assessing financial data.

The successful candidate will present a positive image of SCASD through professional appearance and behavior; the skillful, patient, and diplomatic management of difficult situations; and collaboration across the organization. In addition, this individual will demonstrate a commitment to diversity; the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations; strong written and oral communication, administrative, and organizational skills; and the ability to work under pressure and maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field with a minimum of five years of experience, preferably in a school district environment.

Applications received will be reviewed beginning on September 10, 2026.

The State College Area School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Accounting/Bookkeeping

Job Requirements

• At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 240 Villa Crest Dr
• State College, Pennsylvania 16801
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]