Accounting Supervisor: District Finances & Reporting

Lawrence Unified School District; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawrence Unified School District is seeking a Supervisor - Accounting to provide up-to-date fiscal information for reference, audit, and compliance. The role ensures expenses stay within budget and that account balances are accurate, while maintaining compliance with policies and regulations.

The position involves supervising AP/AR staff, developing internal controls, and monitoring fund balances across assigned programs.

Qualifications

• Experience with accounting and bookkeeping principles.
• Proficiency with MS Office and office software.
• Ability to supervise and train staff and manage internal processes.

Responsibilities

• Analyze contracts and projects to determine feasibility within budget parameters.
• Develop reporting procedures and internal controls to maintain accurate records.
• Inform personnel about procedures and program requirements for decision making.
• Instruct accounts payable staff on current procedures and policies.
• Maintain fiscal information, files, and records for audit trails and compliance.
• Monitor fund balances to ensure allocations are accurate and expenses stay within budget.
• Prepare documentation to provide written support and convey information.
• Process fiscal information to update records and authorize actions in line with accounting requirements.
• Recommend policies and actions regarding AP/AR to guide district decisions.
• Reconcile AP/AR issues to maintain accurate balances and compliance.
• Research discrepancies in financial information before processing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Lawrence Unified School District is seeking a Supervisor - Accounting to provide up-to-date fiscal information for reference, audit, and compliance. The role ensures expenses stay within budget and that account balances are accurate, while maintaining compliance with policies and regulations.

The position involves supervising AP/AR staff, developing internal controls, and monitoring fund balances across assigned programs.