Accounting Specialist

Dover School District, SAU 11; Dover (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover School District, SAU #11 in Dover, NH seeks an Accounting Specialist to perform accounting and administrative work in the Business Office, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, grant and student activity account reconciliation, payroll support, and maintenance of accurate financial records.

Essential duties include reconciling accounts, administering AP, handling payroll during absences, maintaining petty cash, and ensuring compliance with NH school finance regulations while

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in business, accounting, or related field.
• Minimum of three years of experience in billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and grants management.
• Experience with payroll and fund accounting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accurate accounting records in accordance with laws, policies and GAAP.
• Reconciles District accounts to the General Ledger monthly, including special funds.
• Administers accounts payable, including invoice processing and payment.
• Independently process bi-monthly payroll when needed, during absences.
• Maintains petty cash fund and related records.
• Keeps current knowledge of financial management practices and supports action implementation.
• Manages multiple priorities and meets deadlines.
• Maintains confidentiality of district records.
• Collaborates with district and city personnel, auditors, vendors, families and the public.

Skills

Accounting proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree or higher in business or accounting

Tools

Payroll software

Fund accounting systems

General ledger software

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Accounting Specialist

Job ID: 5980303

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 03, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Position Type: Full-time

Job Description

Position Summary

Performs responsible accounting and administrative work for the Dover School District Business Office, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, grant and student activity account reconciliation, payroll support, and maintenance of accurate financial records.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains accurate accounting records in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, District policies, and generally accepted accounting practices.
• Reconciles District accounts to the General Ledger monthly, which may include special revenue funds, student activity funds, and the school agency fund.
• Administers accounts payable, including invoice processing and payment.
• Must be able to independently process the bi-monthly payroll when needed, including during absences of the primary payroll staff member.
• Maintains the SAU petty cash fund and related transaction records.
• Maintains current knowledge of financial management practices; analyzes issues, recommends solutions to the Business Administrator, and implements approved actions.
• Manages multiple priorities while meeting required deadlines.
• Maintains confidentiality of District and organizational records.
• Works professionally and collaboratively with District and City personnel, auditors, vendors, families, and the public.

Supervisory Responsibilities

There are no supervisory responsibilities associated with this position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies

• Knowledge of the New Hampshire Financial Accounting Handbook for LEAs, Federal Funds Handbook, Online Grants Management System Handbook, fund accounting, and applicable laws and regulations governing New Hampshire school finance.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze financial information, identify issues, maintain accurate records, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively with District and City personnel, auditors, vendors, and the public.
• Ability to respond flexibly to changing District needs and priorities.
• Proficiency with computer hardware and software used for accounting, recordkeeping, communication, and general office functions.

Welcome to Dover School District, SAU #11

Please visit our website www.dover.k12.nh.us to learn more about us.

Job Requirements

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in business, accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of relevant experience in billing/accounts receivable, accounts payable, and grants management.
• Experience with payroll, fund accounting, and school or municipal financial operations is preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

There are no certificates, licenses, or registrations required for this position.

Attendance and On-Site Work Requirement

Regular, reliable, and punctual on-site attendance is essential. The required schedule is 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. This is not a remote position.

Physical Demands

• Regularly communicates and exchanges accurate information in person, by telephone, and electronically.
• Frequently sits and uses a computer, keyboard, telephone, and standard office equipment.
• Frequently stands and walks within office and District work areas.
• Regularly reaches, handles documents and office materials, and performs repetitive hand and finger movements.
• Occasionally bends, stoops, and reaches to access files, supplies, and equipment.
• Occasionally lifts, carries, or moves up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment below is representative of conditions encountered while performing the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

• Work is performed on-site in a Business Office setting.
• Noise and activity range from quiet individual work to nearby employees talking, collaborating, using telephones, and conducting routine business.
• Requires sustained attention to detail, confidentiality, accuracy, and productivity in a shared office environment with normal interruptions and competing priorities.

Equal Opportunity

Dover School District, SAU #11 is an Aff…

Citizenship, Residency or Work Visa

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Brian Cisneros , CFO
• McConnell Center
• 61 Locust Street, Suite 409
• Dover, New Hampshire 03820
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]