Accounting Analyst

District Finance - Surprise, AZ; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 64,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Dysart Unified School District is seeking an Accounting Analyst in District Finance - Surprise, AZ. The role reports to the Accounting Coordinator and focuses on supervising accounts receivable, forecasting cash flow, and maintaining financial records.

Responsibilities include reconciliations, internal audits, and supporting annual closing activities, with emphasis on accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, or AA with SFO certification.
• 5+ years of school district finance experience may substitute education/certifications.
• Must obtain AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Responsibilities

• Supervise accounts receivable functions, staff and reporting.
• Analyze and implement best practices for accounts receivable.
• Manage district-level accounts receivable overview and aging reporting.
• Develop and test internal auditing and testing procedures for AR.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations with district records and external entities.
• Reconcile internal reports with government data.
• Monitor cash balances, transfers, and journal adjustments.
• Prepare short-term cash flow forecasts for senior management.
• Assist with year-end closing and new year opening transactions.
• Support external audits related to responsible areas.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or AA with SFO

5+ years school finance experience

AZ IVP FPCC clearance

Tools

Visions

Excel

Word

Access

PowerPoint

Google apps

Job description

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Accounting Analyst

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Job Details

Job ID: 5977522

Application Deadline: Nov 15, 2026 6:00 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

REPORTS TO

Accounting Coordinator

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

SUPERVISES

DEPT

Finance

FTE

1.0

WORK CALENDAR

253

GRADE

E

APPROVED

6/01/2016

REVISED

8/21/2023

SUMMARY : Supervises accounts receivable function and prepares analytical requests, reporting requests, and general financial accounting activities. Analytical duties will include general ledger account-level activity research, cash flow forecasting, and account receivable aging.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise accounts receivable functions, staff and reporting.
• Analyze, initiate and implement best practices and procedures with a focus on accounts receivable.
• Manage District-level accounts receivable overview, including aging reporting and tracking for various departments and schools.
• Develop, test, initiate strategies and accountability plans for internal auditing and testing of programs and procedures with a focus on accounts receivable.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations for district financial records to county and banking institutions records; identify variances and take corrective action.
• Reconcile internal reports to all government agencies' data.
• Monitor account balances and prepare fund transfers and general journal adjustments.
• Prepare short-term cash flow forecasts to assist senior management in determining line-of-credit needs, tax rate establishment, and budget management.
• Prepare year-end closing and new year opening transactions.
• Assist with the district's external audits as it relates to areas of responsibility.
• Maintain financial, statistical and other accounting records.
• Maintain compliance with Arizona Revised Statutes rules and regulations, Uniform System of Financial Records requirements, and District policies.
• Establish and maintain good rapport with students, employees, community members and vendors.
• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality.
• Other job related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications for this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree, or an AA degree with a Certified Administrator of School Finance and Operations (SFO)
• Over 5 years of school district finance related experience may be considered in lieu of educational and certification requirements
• Obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Identity Verified Prints (IVP ) Fingerprint Clearance Card (AZ IVP FPCC)

Experience:

• At least five (5) years experience in school finance or other related fields.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Sound understanding of fund accounting and budgeting.
• Ability to develop accounting procedures.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and meet deadlines with an accurate attention to detail while working with frequent interruptions and minimum supervision.
• Public school accounting preferred
• Possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Computer Skills:

• Advanced software application in Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Google applications.
• School finance software; preferably Visions.

Communication Skills:

• Ability to create and write reports, create presentations and training materials.
• Ability to communicate to large and small groups and respond to questions from customers, employees and community members.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) and establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with district and school personnel of all levels, general public and outside agencies.

Abilities:

• Sound understanding of fund accounting and budgeting.
• Perform high-volume detailed work with accuracy and work independently, making sound, fact-based decisions for daily tasks.
• Apply reason to research and solve complex issues with little or no assistance.
• Read, interpret and analyze general business documents, government regulations, and technical procedures.
• Develop a variety of data in written, oral, chart or schedule form
• Add, subtracts, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Apply mathematical concepts such as percentages, fractions, and ratios to practical situations.
• Compute percentages and draw/interpret bar graphs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee occasionally will stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hand and arms. The employee will frequently interact with the public and other staff members. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

The Dysart Unified School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Civil Rights Act Title VII of 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Dysart Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment or in any of its educational programs or in the provisions of benefits and services to students.

Position Type: Full-Time Benefited

Salary: $70,636 Per Year

Welcome to District Finance - Surprise, AZ

Dysart schools are among the top-rated in the state of Arizona. The district is home to the #8 ranked K-8 school in Arizona (Freedom Traditional Academy), three top 100 K-8 schools, and two top 50 high schools in the state. Overall, Dysart has 12 “A” rated and “B” rated schools, 11 of which out-rank our local counterparts. Additionally, Freedom Traditional Academy has the highest test scores of any school in the cities of Surprise and El Mirage.Dysart Schools have been recognized both nationally and internationally with AdvancED Accreditation, and are dedicated to serving the needs of all children with high quality academic coursework, before-and after-school programs, and services for the entire community. Boasting a graduation rate that exceeds both the state and national average, the Dysart Unified School District prepares all students to be ready for college and career through excellence and success.Strong academics, arts, and athletic programs are an integral part of each school, and ensuring students are equipped with the skills necessary to meet the challenges and opportunities in a 21st Century society are at the heart of our mission and vision. Dysart Schools offers one of the largest selections of academic pathways in the state, allowing students a personalized learning experience while meeting Arizona Academic Standards. Opportunities include full-day kindergarten, Career and Technical Education, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, signature programs, and gifted and special education programs.Dysart provides students the opportunity to explore their artistic side through an expansive fine arts program, where students participate in a progressive, performance-based curriculum that encourages them to reach their academic, creative, and expressive potential. Dysart students earned the second highest number of Arizona State Seals for Arts Proficiency across the state last year.Earning nine state championships in 2021-2022, Dysart Schools are highly competitive in athletics, and offer great opportunities for all students. Dysart offers competitive athletic classes to help students hone their athletic skills and abilities during the school day, and we aim to provide positive experiences and guide our student athletes toward realizing their full potential.Dysart Unified School District serves over 23,000 pre-kindergarten through 12th grade students in the Northwest Phoenix Metropolitan area. The district encompasses 140 square miles, serving parts of El Mirage, Glendale, Surprise, Youngtown, and Maricopa County. The district is home to four K-4 elementary schools, four middle schools serving grades 5-8, 12 K-8 elementary schools, four comprehensive high schools, a preschool, and one alternative program.

Contact Information

• Dysart USD HR Department
• 15802 North Parkview Place
• Surprise, Arizona 85374
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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