Accounting Analyst - Government & School District Finance

Polk County Public Schools; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Polk County Public Schools District Office in Bartow, Florida is seeking an Analyst, Accounting to perform professional accounting duties in the financial operations of the school board. The role involves assisting in financial accounting, reporting, and close processes, with emphasis on accuracy and compliance.

Qualified candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and have considerable experience in governmental accounting and/or auditing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• Considerable experience in governmental accounting and/or auditing.
• Ability to communicate well, both orally and in writing. Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs professional accounting duties in financial operations and reporting.
• Prepares accounting schedules, reconciliations, and journal entries; assists in year-end closing.
• Contributes to the development of district policies related to assigned areas.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Communication skills

Governmental accounting

Auditing

Bilingual (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

Polk County Public Schools District Office in Bartow, Florida is seeking an Analyst, Accounting to perform professional accounting duties in the financial operations of the school board. The role involves assisting in financial accounting, reporting, and close processes, with emphasis on accuracy and compliance.

Qualified candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and have considerable experience in governmental accounting and/or auditing.