Accountant: Payroll & District Finances

Essex Westford School District; Essex Junction (VT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Job summary

Essex Westford School District (EWSD) is hiring an Accountant to join the Business Office team. The role focuses on payroll operations and districtwide financial support, working with the Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate payroll processing, regulatory compliance, and strong internal controls.

This is a full-time, 12-month, in-person position with competitive benefits. The ideal candidate will have accounting or bookkeeping experience, a solid understanding of GAAP, and excellent analytical,

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant accounting experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and district accounting requirements.
• Prepare and reconcile general ledger entries, bank accounts and journal entries.
• Support annual audits by preparing documentation and responding to auditor requests.
• Provide backup support for payroll, including payroll processing, reporting, W-2 preparation, and payroll-related reconciliations.
• Prepare required state and federal financial and payroll reports in a timely and accurate manner.
• Develop, maintain, and improve accounting procedures and documentation while identifying opportunities to increase efficiency.
• Collaborate with Finance leadership, school staff, and vendors to deliver excellent customer service and support the district's financial operations.

Skills

Accounting

Payroll

GAAP

Communication

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Essex Westford School District (EWSD) is hiring an Accountant to join the Business Office team. The role focuses on payroll operations and districtwide financial support, working with the Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate payroll processing, regulatory compliance, and strong internal controls.

This is a full-time, 12-month, in-person position with competitive benefits. The ideal candidate will have accounting or bookkeeping experience, a solid understanding of GAAP, and excellent analytical,